Banksia carlinoides
Pink Dryandra
Pink Dryandra. Cream white flowers tinged in pink are held on long upright stems. Prickly toothed leaves add texture. Perfect drainage needed.
 Height | 3–4ft |
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 Width | 4–6ft |
 Tolerates | Drought, Salt, Wind |
 Water needs | Low – Moderate |
Banksia are from mediterranean climates of Australia and adapt well to California, particularly along the coast. They appreciate good drainage, but are somewhat adaptable to heavier soil as long as watering is infrequent (once established) and they are in a sunny spot. Once established they will grow and look their best with deep watering every other week to once a month during summer. If they have sharp drainage they will tolerate even more water. | |
 Hardy to | 35°F |
 Exposure | Part Shade – Full Sun |
 Plant traits | Flowering, Shrub |
 Indoor / outdoor | Outdoor |
 Drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil |
 Fertilizing | Bloodmeal, Fish Emulsion, Low Needs, No Phosphorus |
 Origin | W Australia |
 California native | No |
Growing Notes
Banksia prefer mildly acidic soil, and if your PH is on the high side you can add cottonseed meal or other mild acidifying fertilizer to lower it. They appreciate nitrogen in the form of fish emulsion or blood meal, but never give them any significant phosphorus and avoid potassium.
Special Interest
The name pink dryandra comes from this plant previously being in the genus dryandra.
The above information reflects the observations of Grubb and Nadler and our extended plant community. We always consider input from fellow horticulturists and welcome feedback from those with additional information on the culture of this plant.
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