Banksia solandri

A handsome shrub with a garden-friendly size. Striking leaves and tall, well-presented flowers make this a good choice for Bay Area gardens. It is untested in warmer inland gardens and probably prefers the cooler environs of the bay cities. 
 
Flower Color: Red/Bronze.
Bloomtime: Spring
Height: 8-12 feet
Width: 8-12 feet
Exposure: Sun/Part Shade
Soil Type: Good Drainage
Cold Tolerance: Moderately Frost Tolerant
Irrigation requirements: Low to Medium