Banksia
Birthday Candles PBR
An outstanding
designer plant
A
compact, dwarf shrub (35cm x 50-60cm) with neat dark
foliage, bearing massed displays of nectar-rich
golden-orange candles in late summer to winter. Cute
little pale green buds appear in early summer, with a long
anticipation period as they steadily expand to full glory in
autumn.
Birthday Candles grows well in the garden (up to 45cm
x 50cm) or in a container (up to 35cm x 60cm). It thrives in
temperate to sub tropical or semi arid climates, and is best
in full sun or light shade in
moist well drained soils, neutral to acid pH. Tolerant
of light frosts, it is also particularly suitable for coastal
gardens.
Uses: This is a designer’s delight. It
is a stunning plant in a decorative container, or may be
planted in the ground singly or in groups for a
breath-taking display. In addition to its impact on
the human eye, it is highly attractive to honey-eating
birds, adding to its desirability in the garden, or
as a courtyard or patio plant in a container.
If planting into containers, use
only best quality, free draining, slightly acid potting mix.
Protea Mix is ideal. First place 4cm of coarse gravel in
bottom of container, add potting mix, position the plant and
top up with mix. Mulch with coarse sand or fine gravel.
Water in thoroughly initially, but do not over water once the
plant is settled.
Maintenance: Use secateurs to remove spent flowers to promote new
growth. Trim foliage to shape in spring or late summer. Feed in early spring/late summer with controlled
release low phosphorus fertilizer suitable for native plants. Water sparingly if grown in
container, keep lightly moist in garden situation.
Requires minimal maintenance: just a light trim to the
foliage, and removal of spent flowers.
Whether grown in a
container or mass planted in the garden, Birthday Candles is beyond compare. Flora for Fauna?
Absolutely!
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