Banksia integrifolia - SENTINEL - Coast Banksia 'BIT 11' PBR
Banksia integrifolia - SENTINEL - Coast Banksia 'BIT 11' PBR
"Sentinel", a cultivar of Coast Banksia (Banksia integrifolia), presents captivating light yellow blossoms during Djilba (late winter/spring), paired with its characteristic glossy green leaves. Ideal for narrow spaces, this slender upright tree serves as a natural privacy screen or windbreak. With its textured bark and cylindrical flower spikes, it not only beautifies landscapes but also attracts native wildlife.
For optimal growth of "Sentinel", a sunny to partly shaded spot is ideal when planting in the ground. To combat sandy or poor soils, integrate organic compost for nourishment. Regular watering during its early growth stages is essential, tapering to a moderate amount in Djeran (autumn) and Makuru (winter). To keep it thriving, an application of slow-release native fertiliser during Bunuru (late summer/early autumn) is beneficial. Pruning can be performed post-flowering to shape and encourage fresh growth.
| Botanical Name | Banksia integrifolia |
| Common Name | Coast Banksia |
| Cultivar | Sentinel |
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Classification |
Medium Natives |
| PBR Name | BIT 11 |
| Origin | Eastern Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2 - 4 M |
| Width | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Must have well-draining, sandy or loamy soil. Will not tolerate heavy clay soils. |
| Water Requirement | Must have good draining, will rot if allowed to sit in standing water in cool weather. Give extra deep water during hot weather in its first year. Drought-hardy once established. |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Bright, light yellow |
| Flower Time | Makuru to Kambarang (winter to spring) |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and animals. Some varieties can have sharp/spiky foliage which can cause a skin reaction in some people if touched. |
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