Banksia quercifolia

Oak-leaved banksia
Oak-leaved banksia has rust-brown bottle brush flowers. Fast growing shrub is more tolerant of poor drainage than most banksia. No phosphorus.
height 2–9ft
width 4–6ft
tolerates Coast, Cool Summers, Fog, Moist Soil, Wind
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
water
info		 Occupies seasonally wet areas in its habitat along the south coast of Western Australia and thus tolerates wet soils in winter but not year-round moisture. Will tolerate long stretches of summer drought.
hardy
to		 26F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
origin SW Australia
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 14–24

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

Well-suited to coastal gardens, especially in Northern and Central California.