silver banksia · Pruning

silver banksia · Banksia marginata
Also known as: honeysuckle tree; Tasmanian honeysuckle

Requires frost-free conditions, but can tolerate drought and salty wind. Outdoors, grow in free-draining, neutral to acid soil that is low in phosphates and nitrates, in full sun. Under glass grow in equal parts loam-based potting compost, grit and peat or peat substitute in full light with good ventilation. Apply half-strength, phosphate-free fertiliser once a month while in growth

Watering: Deep watering during dry spells, let surface soil partly dry between sessionsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed