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Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia)

Name: Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia)
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
Price: 3400.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$3,400.00

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Size: 300L - Batch A

300L - Batch A 300L - Batch B - Feb Batch 200L - Batch A 200L - Batch B - Feb Batch 100L 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.2m - 1.8m Approx.
100L: 2.2m - 3m Approx.
200L: 3m - 4m Approx.
300L: 3.5m - 4m Approx.

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About Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia)

Banksia integrifolia – Coast Banksia is a tough, fast-growing Australian native tree ideal for coastal and inland landscapes alike. Reaching 5–15 metres in height, it features silvery-green foliage and bold, cylindrical flower spikes from late summer to winter. These striking yellow blooms attract birds and pollinators, adding both beauty and ecological value to the garden.

Well-suited to windy, salt-exposed areas, Banksia integrifolia – Coast Banksia handles a wide range of soils, from sandy to loamy, and performs well with minimal maintenance once established. Its upright, irregular form works as a feature tree, windbreak, or habitat planting, offering year-round foliage and seasonal interest in low-water designs.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 6m - 15m Approximately

Mature Width: 3m – 10m

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) frost tolerant?

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Banksia integrifolia produces upright pale yellow flower spikes mainly from late summer through winter. These elongated blooms rise above the foliage, creating a soft but distinctive seasonal display and offering valuable nectar during the cooler months.

Native Information

Is Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) an Australian Native? Yes

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) is Native to Native to the east coast of Australia, from Queensland to Victoria and Tasmania, where it grows naturally in coastal dunes, headlands, and open forests.

Wildlife Value

Its nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and beetles, while the dense foliage provides shelter for small birds. The extended flowering period also supports pollinators when few other plants are in bloom, strengthening garden biodiversity.

Sunlight Information

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Banksia integrifolia performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It is sensitive to waterlogged or compacted ground and may struggle in heavy clay unless significantly improved with organic matter and coarse material to increase drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as it matures and displays excellent drought resilience.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Coast Banksia

Genus: Banksia

Botanical Species: integrifolia

Family: Proteaceae

Botanical Name: Banksia integrifolia

Landscape Uses

Screening or Privacy
Rural Property Planting
Revegetation or Regeneration
Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Windbreak

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant Banksia integrifolia

Location Selection: A spot with well-draining soil and adequate sunlight is ideal.
Soil Preparation: While adaptable to various soils, slightly acidic to neutral soil is preferred.
Digging: Make a hole about twice the size of the plant's root ball.
Planting: Place the tree in the hole, backfill with soil, and firm down.
Initial Watering: Water thoroughly after planting.

Hedging & Screening: 1.5 m – 2.5 m – Good for large informal native screens

Feature Tree: 3 m – 5 m – Provides coastal structure and habitat value

Avenue Planting Trees: 4 m – 5 m – Hardy and architectural in wide verge plantings

Caring for Banksia integrifolia

Watering: Water regularly during initial growth, then reduce as the tree establishes.
Mulching: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required; can be done to maintain desired shape.

Optimizing Soil for Coastal Resilience and Longevity

Ideal Drainage: Requires well-drained soils, particularly sandy loam.

Well-Draining Soil: Ideal for promoting robust growth and tolerance to coastal conditions.

If you have the following soil, here are some tips for you:

Sandy Soil: Excellent for drainage and suitable for natural habitats of Banksia; maintain nutrient levels with low-phosphorus native fertilizers.
Clay Soil: Not naturally suitable; extensive amendment with sand and organic material is necessary to improve conditions.
Loamy Soil: Ensure the soil remains well-drained and not overly rich in nutrients, which could harm the plant.
Peaty Soil: Requires adjustment for drainage; mix in sand and perlite to provide the right soil consistency.

Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Medium Growth Rate
Fast Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Banksia integrifolia develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in coastal, sandy and low-water environments, maintaining its strong evergreen form with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Banksia integrifolia (Coast Banksia) flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Year-Round

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Banksias suitable for coastal gardens? Yes, Banksia integrifolia is particularly resilient to salty winds, making it ideal for coastal settings.
Do they attract wildlife? Absolutely! They're known to attract birds, particularly nectar-feeding species.
How often should I water my Banksia integrifolia? Regularly during its early growth stages, but once established, it's relatively drought-tolerant.