Water
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging, especially in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Hooker's Banksia (Banksia hookeriana) is a striking Western Australian shrub with vibrant orange, brush-like flower spikes, attracting nectar-feeding birds.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers a location with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure excellent drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers mild to warm temperatures. Protect from prolonged frost.
Low
25% intensity
Use a low-phosphorus fertilizer sparingly, preferably in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry. Avoid waterlogging, especially in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Remove spent flower heads to prevent energy waste. Avoid hard pruning into old wood, as this can stimulate dieback.
Dead or damaged branches should be removed promptly.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late spring or summer. Treat cuttings with a rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining mix. Maintain high humidity and warmth until roots form.
Seed propagation can be challenging and requires stratification.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a well-draining, sandy potting mix. Handle the root ball gently to minimize disturbance.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hooker's Banksia (Banksia hookeriana)
Where Hooker's Banksia (Banksia hookeriana) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Proteales |
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Banksia |
| Species | Banksia hookeriana |
Similar in genus Banksia
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