Banksia Ericifolia ‘Dwarf’ (Dwarf Heath Banksia)
Banksia Ericifolia ‘Dwarf’ (Dwarf Heath Banksia)
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Banksia Ericifolia ‘Dwarf’ is a compact Australian native shrub valued for its striking flower display, hardy nature, and wildlife-friendly appeal. This smaller-growing form is ideal for gardens where a standard Heath Banksia may be too large, making it a great choice for native gardens, feature planting, low informal screening, coastal landscapes, and low-maintenance garden designs.
It features fine, needle-like dark green foliage and bold cylindrical flower spikes in shades of pale yellow, orange, and orange-brown. The nectar-rich blooms attract birds and pollinators, adding both colour and biodiversity to the garden. Once established, Banksia Ericifolia ‘Dwarf’ is a resilient and rewarding shrub that performs best in well-drained soil and is especially suited to customers looking for a tough, compact native with strong ornamental impact.

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Mature height
1–2m
Mature width
1–2m
Spacing
1.5–2m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Dark green foliage with pale yellow, orange to orange-brown cylindrical flower spikes
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Summer into late winter, with seasonal variation depending on climate
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape. Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser if required.
Root System
Proteoid/cluster root system adapted to low-nutrient soils; prefers well-drained soil and should not be over-fertilised with high-phosphorus products.