Banksia oblongifolia

Slow-growing multi-stem evergreen shrub. Cream-yellow flowers in fall-winter look like candles. Wide soil tolerance. No phosphorus fertilizer.
height 1–6ft
width 3–6ft
tolerates Drought, Heat, Pots, Wind
water
needs
Low – Moderate
water
info
Tolerates summer water and may need occasional irrigation even after establishment.
hardy
to
25F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
origin E Australia
sunset
zones
15–17, 19–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Can be hard-pruned if need be. Amenable to bonsai or long-term potted culture.