Pincushion Hakea

Hakea Laurina

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Overview

The Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina) is an eye-catching Australian native, valued for its distinctive red and cream spherical flowers resembling pincushions, amid blue-green, lance-shaped leaves. An evergreen shrub or small tree, it reaches up to 10-20 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide. This drought-tolerant species thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, making it ideal for water-wise gardens. Attracts pollinators, and provides unique visual interest year-round.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — The Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina) is an eye-catching Australian native

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — valued for its distinctive red and cream spherical flowers resembling pincushions

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — An evergreen shrub or small tree, it reaches up to 10-20 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — This drought-tolerant species thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — making it ideal for water-wise gardens

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — Attracts pollinators, and provides unique visual interest year-round

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — The Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina)

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Proteaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — The Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina) is an eye-catching Australian native

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — valued for its distinctive red and cream spherical flowers resembling pincushions

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — An evergreen shrub or small tree, it reaches up to 10-20 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — This drought-tolerant species thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — making it ideal for water-wise gardens

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — Attracts pollinators, and provides unique visual interest year-round

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — The Pincushion Hakea (Hakea laurina)

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — It typically reaches a height of 10 to 16 feet with similar spreads

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — a strikingly ornamental native of southwestern Australia

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — is an evergreen shrub or small tree cherished for both its aesthetic and ecological value

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — but under optimal conditions

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — This plant's distinctive feature is its round

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — it may grow up to 20 feet tall

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — offering a vivid splash of color during the cooler months.<br><br>With dark green

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — red and cream inflorescences

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — which emerge in late fall and persist into winter

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — leathery leaves that grow up to 6 inches long

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — and a lanceolate shape with occasional undulations

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — ensure the site has well-draining soil and receives full sun to partial shade

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — It is hardy to temperatures as low as 20°F and is tolerant of coastal conditions

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — the foliage of Hakea laurina provides year-round visual interest

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — making it a versatile choice for various landscapes

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — Once established, it requires minimal watering, embodying the essence of drought-tolerant resilience

Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — For maximum impact in a landscape

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