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Caley's Banksia

Banksia Caleyi

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Overview

Banksia caleyi, commonly known as Caley's Banksia, is an alluring shrub reaching up to 10 feet in height. It boasts striking red and cream inflorescences resembling elongated cones, approximately 2 to 4 inches long. Preferred conditions are well-drained soils and full sun exposure. This Australian native requires low moisture once established and is suited for Zones 9-11, adding dramatic texture and color to water-wise landscape designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Type Shrub
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — Banksia caleyi, commonly known as Caley's Banksia, is an alluring shrub reaching up to 10 feet in height
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — Preferred conditions are well-drained soils and full sun exposureCaley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — This Australian native requires low moisture once established and is suited for Zones 9-11Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — scientifically known as Banksia caleyiCaley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — adding dramatic texture and color to water-wise landscape designsCaley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — It boasts striking red and cream inflorescences resembling elongated cones, approximately 2 to 4 inches long

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Proteaceae

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Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — Banksia caleyi, commonly known as Caley's Banksia, is an alluring shrub reaching up to 10 feet in height
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — Preferred conditions are well-drained soils and full sun exposure
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — This Australian native requires low moisture once established and is suited for Zones 9-11
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — scientifically known as Banksia caleyi
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — adding dramatic texture and color to water-wise landscape designs
Caley's Banksia (Banksia Caleyi) — It boasts striking red and cream inflorescences resembling elongated cones, approximately 2 to 4 inches long
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