Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Hakea preissii is drought-tolerant once established and susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Hakea preissii, the needle tree, is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree native to Western Australia, known for its dense, needle-like foliage and clusters of white f
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Drought tolerant.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures but can tolerate light frosts.
Low
25% intensity
Use low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer sparingly in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Hakea preissii is drought-tolerant once established and susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as it may not resprout. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage further blooming.
Propagate from seed, which requires scarification (nicking or soaking) and stratification (cold treatment) for best germination. Cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood in summer, but are generally more difficult to root.
Repot young plants only when root-bound, typically every 2-3 years in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as one containing coarse sand or perlite. Avoid disturbing the root ball excessively.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Where Needle Tree (Hakea preissii) is found

Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Proteales |
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Hakea |
| Species | Hakea preissii |
Similar in genus Hakea
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