Banksia shrubs

Banksias don't need much maintenance, but to get the best out of your Banksias,  you should do the following:

• You'll need to choose a relatively sunny spot, with well drained soil. If the soil is heavy clay based, or poorly drained, add gypsum and fork in the soil to improve drainage.
• Add mulch around the base, to protect the plant's roots and keep the soil moist.
• Water regularly, once or twice a week, until the Banksia plant has established.

While many native Australian shrubs are quite resilient to diseases and pest infestations, they are not completely impervious. Keep an eye out for the following:

• Scale: Sap-sucking bugs which can be easily spotted thanks to their whitish waxy shells. You can often tell if your Banksia plant is infested with scale by a steady stream of ants on trunks, stems, and branches, as they are attracted to scale.
• Psyllids: Another sap-sucking bug, psyllids look like 'pimples' on the leaves of your Banksia plants. They cause damage to newly planted Banksias, but are easily controlled by the right disease-preventative products. Ask our team if you're concerned about psyllids infesting your Banksias.
• Root rot: Most Australian natives are used to sandy soils, which drain well after heavy rain. If you plant your Banksia in soil which doesn't drain well, it will likely be affected by root rot. You can tell if your Banksia plant is suffering by yellowing leaves, and wilting.

Yes, we do. Whether you're looking to buy one shrub, or many, we can deliver to your home or business in Melbourne. Your order will usually arrive in a few business days, and in some cases, we can organise same-day delivery. If you'd like to find out more about our delivery service, get in touch with our expert team of horticulturists and delivery driver for more accurate arrival times and quotes. Contact us by phone or email to place your order.