Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Size: 100L
Sale price$550.00

Hakea salicifolia, known as Willow-leaved Hakea, is a fast-growing, evergreen Australian native shrub prized for its slender, willow-like leaves and profuse creamy-white, honey-scented flowers that bloom from winter to spring. Growing to 2–4 meters tall and wide, it forms a dense, upright habit perfect for hedging, screening, and wildlife-friendly gardens.

This resilient shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to sandy, loamy, or clay soils with good drainage. Once established, it offers moderate drought tolerance and withstands light frost and coastal conditions, making it a versatile choice for coastal, suburban, and rural landscapes.

Willow-leaved Hakea looks excellent as a natural privacy screen or feature plant, providing year-round greenery and seasonal floral charm that connects you to Australia’s native beauty with minimal care required.

 

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height

2 m – 4 m

Mature Width:

2 m – 4 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

30 – 60 cm per year (fast)

  • Fast Growth Rate
Evergreen/ Deciduous

Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)

Frost Tolerance

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

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
Form & Shape

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is considered:

  • Shrub
  • Rounded
Australian Native?

Yes

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: Cream

Flower Type:

  • Fluffy

Flowering Period

  • Winter
  • Spring
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Fine

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Q. Is this plant suitable for hedging or screening?
A. Yes, it’s ideal for native hedging or informal screening when planted 1.5 m – 2.5 m apart.

Q. How fast does Hakea salicifolia grow?
A. It grows moderately to quickly, at about 50 – 80 cm per year once established.

Q. When does it flower and what do the flowers look like?
A. It produces creamy-white, honey-scented flowers during winter and spring, which attract pollinators.

Q. Is it drought-tolerant?
A. Yes, once established, it has moderate drought tolerance and low ongoing water needs.

Q. Can it be used as a specimen plant?
A. Absolutely — its upright form and graceful foliage make it an excellent standalone feature.

Q. Does it tolerate different soil and light conditions?
A. Yes, it’s adaptable to a wide range of soils and thrives in full sun to part shade.

Q. What kind of maintenance does it require?
A. Very low — pruning is only needed to shape or manage size. Water regularly when young.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Feature Planting: Space 3 – 4 m apart for natural form

Hedging & Screening: Space 1.5 – 2.5 m apart for dense screening

Avenue Planting: Not typically used for formal avenue layout

How to Plant Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

How to Plant Hakea salicifolia:

Select an Ideal Location: Choose a site with well-draining soil and exposure to full sun or partial shade.

Dig the Planting Hole: Dig a hole that is as deep and twice as wide as the root ball.

Position the Plant: Place the Willow-leaved Hakea in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.

Backfill with Soil: Fill the hole with soil, gently compacting it to remove air pockets.

Water Thoroughly: Provide ample watering to help the plant establish its roots.

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)

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