Banksia pellaeifolia

Evergreen groundcover shrub spreads by underground stems from woody burl. Feathery, ferny leaves complemented by orbs of gold-straw flowers. Excellent by coast, in gritty soils. No phosphorus fertilizer.
height 8–14in
width 2–5ft
tolerates Cool Summers, Drought, Fog, Salt, Wind
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
water
info		 Native to a summer-dry climate, will adapt to live on rainfall alone near the coast once established.
hardy
to		 25F
exposure Part Sun – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
origin SW Australia
sunset
zones		 15–24

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

Especially well-suited to Northern and Central California coastal gardens.