Occurrence evidence2,840 records from SDM occurrence feed
Native range bioregionsNSW South Coast, NSW South Western Slopes, Sydney Basin, South East Queensland
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Coast Banksia
Banksia integrifolia
Proteaceae|In Stock
$8.50per packet (15 seeds)
Hardy coastal tree with golden flower spikes
DRYPOLSALT
GROWING CONDITIONS
Sun ExposureFull Sun, Part Shade
Soil TypesSandy, Loam, Gravelly
Water NeedsLow
Plant Height5-15m
WILDLIFE & ECOLOGY
Wildlife ValueBird-attracting, Habitat, Bee-friendly
ConservationCommon
UsesOrnamental, Windbreak, Honey production
DISTRIBUTION
BioregionsSouth East Queensland, Sydney Basin, NSW South Western Slopes
Climate ZonesSubtropical, Temperate
FloweringAutumn, Winter
DISTRIBUTION
Regional provenance50 kmLoading occurrence data…
SPECIES EVIDENCEOccurrence + model context
Model StatusSDM Ready
Species suitability summary is available from the SDM service.
Seed catalogue regionSouth East Queensland, Sydney Basin, NSW South Western Slopes
Model confidenceHigh confidence
Last model run21 May 2026
Limitations
- Historical ALA records dominate in low-density coastal fringe locations.
- Recent planting trials are limited in inland sites.
Future climate summaryModel outputs suggest stable suitability with slight heat-tolerant gains under warming scenarios.
Recommended useUse as a sheltered coastal-species accent where soils are deep and drainage is reliable.
Evidence for Coast Banksia (Banksia integrifolia) is observational and model-based; it does not guarantee suitability at your site.
SHIPPING
SHIPPING AVAILABILITY
NSW
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QLD
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WAPermit required
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DESCRIPTION
A hardy, fast-growing coastal banksia with distinctive silver-backed leaves and large golden-yellow flower spikes. Excellent coastal specimen tree that attracts nectar-feeding birds and provides habitat. Tolerates salt spray, wind, and poor soils. Flowers autumn to winter, providing crucial nectar when few other species are blooming.
GERMINATION DATA
Germination Rate
70%
Days to Germinate
14-28
Optimal Temperature
20-25°C
Stratification
None required
Scarification
None required
Sowing Depth
Surface sow, press into soil
Spacing
3-5m
GROWTH TIMELINE
Coast Banksia — Germination rate70%
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SowingDay 0
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Germination14-28 days
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Seedling28-56 days
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Transplant56-84 days
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Vegetative84-140 days
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Flowering140+ days
COMPANION PLANTS
GROWING GUIDE
Sow in well-draining seed raising mix. Cover lightly or surface sow. Keep moist but not waterlogged. Germinates in 2-4 weeks. Transplant seedlings when they have 4-6 true leaves.