Banksia grandis 'Low Coastal' (Bull Banksia)

Banksia grandis, commonly known as Bull Banksia or Giant Banksia, is a species of common and distinctive tree in the south-west of Western Australia. The Noongar peoples know the tree as Beera, Biara, Boongura, Gwangia, Pira or Peera. It has a fire-resistant main stem with thick bark, pinnatisect leaves with triangular side-lobes, pale yellow flowers and elliptical follicles in a large cone.

The 'Low Coastal' is a select low growing form of the Bull Banksia. It has a low wide spreading growth habit. A mature plant will produce many large creamy yellow flower heads which are borne terminally in late Spring/Summer. An ideal source of nectar for nectar loving birds. Plant in an open sunny situation in a free draining acidic soil. It is drought tolerant once established. Some selective pruning and shaping can be done after flowering has finished. A striking shrub for a shrub border or larger rockery. Excellent for coastal gardens. H 1.5m x W 2.5m.