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Scientific
Name:
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Banksia blechnifolia
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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Evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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Perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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Full sun to partial shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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To 1' tall X 4-6' wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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6" long maroon pink flowers winter-spring
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Zone
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Hardy to 20-25° F
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Description,
Notes
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Australian native ground cover in
the Protea (Proteaceae) Family grown for its leathery
tough sharply divided foliage and unusual early season
blooms; drought, wind, and salt spray tolerant; takes
more cold and heavier soils than most in the Protea family;
Easy to grow ground cover that thrives on slopes/banks,
and requires little more than benign neglect once established;
Also excels as a forgiving container specimen.
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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