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Big Nellie Hakea

Hakea Archaeoides

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Overview

The Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea archaeoides) is a striking evergreen native to Australia. Grows to about 10-20ft tall and 6-10ft wide. Its large, leathery leaves contrast with vibrant, red clusters of flowers in winter and spring, attracting birds. Prefers well-drained soils and full sun exposure. Drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal maintenance. An excellent choice for accent planting or as a screening plant in USDA zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — The Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea archaeoides) is a striking evergreen native to Australia
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — Grows to about 10-20ft tall and 6-10ft wideBig Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — red clusters of flowers in winter and springBig Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — Prefers well-drained soils and full sun exposureBig Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — Drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal maintenanceBig Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — An excellent choice for accent planting or as a screening plant in USDA zones 9-11Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — scientifically named Hakea archaeoides+1

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Proteaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — The Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea archaeoides) is a striking evergreen native to Australia
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — Grows to about 10-20ft tall and 6-10ft wide
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — red clusters of flowers in winter and spring
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — Prefers well-drained soils and full sun exposure
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — Drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal maintenance
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — An excellent choice for accent planting or as a screening plant in USDA zones 9-11
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — scientifically named Hakea archaeoides
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — is an exceptional specimen renowned for its unique foliage and arresting floral displays

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