Banksia pilostylis

Saw-tooth leaves have white undersides. Fragrant soft creamy yellow flowers. Dense compact shrub performs well in containers. No phosphorus, good drainage needed.
height 3–10ft
width 6–10ft
tolerates Coast, Cool Summers, Fog, Pots, Salt, Wind
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
water
info		 Native to a summer-dry climate. Tolerates long stretches of summer drought.
hardy
to		 25F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing Low Needs
origin W Australia
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 14–17, 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

Native to the south coast of Western Australia, this species is especially well-suited to coastal California, but thrives in coastal valleys, too.