Scarlet Banksia Red flowers
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Scarlet Banksia
Banksia Coccinea
Red flowers
Spring flowering shrub
Unusual Leaves are characteristics of this shrub. They add character to any garden
Garden shrubs like this classed as an evergreen shrub. This means the shrub will keep its leaves (normally green) in winter season irrespective of the climate being hot, cold or mild. The most classic example of an evergreen is the fir tree
The shrub is considered hardy but this is a relative term and the degree of hardiness depends upon severity of climate. Seek specific advice if you live in a severe winter area
When fully grown this shrub will reach a height of about 8 feet and spread over an area of about 5 feet
Acidic soil or soil with pH less than 7.0 is preferred for this shrub to thrive best. Peat can be used to correct soils which are not acidic
Prune out all old wood or woody growth in the shrub. Pruning promotes growth from the point at where the cut is made generally
Grow the shrub for beautiful flowers