(Seed Grown)
Similar to Banksia blechnifolia but without the uniform serrations on the leaf. This little rascal will bloom  in three years or so from seed and is odd enough to capture the attention of passers by. The leaves grow perpendicular to the ground and are rigid to the touch. They jiggle about in the wind which exposes their backsides (saucy) and creates an interesting effect as they're different shades of green  The flowers protrude from the edge of the foliage beginning as small acorns before developing into 6" oblong fuzz ball.
 
Flower Color: Rusty Red/Orange
Bloomtime: Winter/Spring
Height: 1 foot
Width: 3-5 feet
Exposure: Sun
Soil Type: Good to Average Drainage
Cold Tolerance: 24-26f
Irrigation requirements: Low to Medium