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Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 100L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.5m – 2.2m Approx.
100L: 1.6m – 2.4m Approx.

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m (approx.)

Mature Width: 2m to 4m

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (fast).

Root Ball Dimensions

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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About Your New Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Hakea salicifolia is one of the quickest ways to build a dense evergreen screen from a native plant. Narrow willow-like foliage flushes bronze-pink on new growth, and clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear through winter and spring when little else is in bloom.

The Willow-leaved Hakea grows to 3 to 5 metres tall and 2 to 4 metres wide at 30 to 60 centimetres per year, branching densely from ground level without needing to be clipped into shape. It works as an informal privacy screen, a windbreak, or a fast filler while slower long-term plantings establish.

This Australian native tolerates light to moderate frost once established, along with poor soils, coastal exposure and extended dry. It grows in full sun, needs free drainage and low-phosphorus feeding, and asks for nothing beyond an occasional light trim.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Hakea salicifolia

How tall does Hakea salicifolia grow?

Hakea salicifolia grows to 3 to 5 metres tall and 2 to 4 metres wide, branching densely from ground level. It is easily held lower with light trimming.

Is Hakea salicifolia evergreen?

Yes. It is fully evergreen, holding its narrow willow-like foliage year round, which is what makes it useful as a permanent privacy screen.

How fast does Willow-leaved Hakea grow?

It grows fast at 30 to 60 centimetres per year, forming a usable screen within two to three years. It is often used as a quick filler while slower species establish.

When does it flower?

Clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear through winter and spring, providing nectar in the leaner months and attracting bees and small birds.

What feeding does Hakea salicifolia need?

Use only low-phosphorus native fertiliser. Like all Proteaceae, hakeas are damaged by high-phosphorus formulations, which can kill established plants.

Is Hakea salicifolia frost tolerant?

It handles light to moderate frost once established. Protect young plants through their first winter in colder inland districts.

How far apart should I plant it for a screen?

Plant 1.5 to 2 metres apart for a dense informal screen or windbreak, or 3 metres apart where each plant should read as an individual shrub.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Type: Garden Supplies

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
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Underplanting

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea Evergreen or Deciduous?

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m (approx.)

Mature Width: 2m to 4m

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (fast).

Growth Rate of Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (fast).

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Is Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea frost tolerant?

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea Flower?

Hakea salicifolia produces masses of creamy-white, sweetly scented, ball-shaped flowers from late winter through spring. These dense clusters line the stems and create a soft but abundant seasonal display that contrasts beautifully with the long, willow-like foliage.

Does Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Spring

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Cream

Is Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is Native to Eastern Australia, particularly New South Wales and Queensland, where it grows naturally in coastal heath, forests, and along waterways.

What is the Wildlife Value of Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea ?

Its nectar-rich clusters attract honeyeaters, native bees, butterflies and a wide variety of beneficial insects. The dense evergreen foliage provides nesting and shelter for small birds, while the woody seed pods support insects that contribute to strong biodiversity in native, coastal and bushland-style gardens.

How much Sunlight does Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea need?

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Hakea salicifolia performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained areas unless improved with coarse sand and organic matter to increase aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, infrequent watering as it matures to support its drought tolerance, healthy evergreen growth and dependable flowering.

Is Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea Drought Tolerant?

Is Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established the Willow-leaved Hakea develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry, coastal and wind-exposed environments and maintains vigorous growth and reliable flowering with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (fast).

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Hakea salicifolia - Willow-leaved Hakea in Different Soil

Hakea salicifolia performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.