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Banksia spinulosa 'Hairpin Banksia' - 5x Seeds

Banksia spinulosa (Hairpin Banksia) is a native Australian plant known for its distinctive flower spikes and ecological importance. It produces sweet nectar and dense cones. This hardy plant is valued for its beauty, adaptability, and role in supporting wildlife, particularly as a nectar source for birds and insects.

Aboriginal Australians made practical use of Banksia spinulosa (commonly known as the Hairpin Banksia) in several ways, primarily related to its flowers and wood:

  1. Nectar Collection:
    The flowers of Banksia spinulosa produce a sweet nectar, which can be extracted by.

    • Sucking directly from the flowers.
    • Soaking the flowers in water to create a sweet, energy-rich drink. This drink was sometimes used during gatherings or as a refreshing beverage.

  2. Fire-starting Tools:
    The wood and cones of Banksia spinulosa were valued for fire-starting. The dense cones could be used to carry embers over long distances, acting as a natural “firelighter.”

  3. Medicinal Uses:
    The nectar-rich flowers were sometimes associated with restorative properties and could have been used as a natural energy source for combating fatigue.

Seed Starting Method

Banksia spinulosa 'Hairpin Banksia' Seeds are approx. 5 millimeters. As a general rule Banksia spinulosa 'Hairpin Banksia' Seeds seed should be sown to the depth of the seed. 

Place the seed in a container and cover with boiled water and allow to soak for one hour.

The swollen seed can then be sown, re-treat seeds that have not swollen yet until you're satisfied that the pre-treatment has worked.

Although most Australian native/ endemic seed can be sown throughout the seasons across Australia it is advisable to sow in Spring or Summer in colder regions. The optimum temperate to ensure the best possible germination rate for sowing many Australian native/ endemic species is around 18-22°C.  
Sowing Depth


See above.
The seed will lodge in the pores of your seed starting mix once misted with water.
Growing Season


Spring & Autumn
Place in a warm sunny position and keep moist to avoid drying out.
Germination Time 10-30 days at around 18-22°C.
Hardiness Hardy 
Plant Spacing  N/A
Plant Height Medium to large shrub
Planting Position Partial or full sun
Days Until Maturity  N/A
Growing tips

Seeds of many native/endemic species require specific conditions that mimic their natural habitat or specially formulated seed treatments, to break dormancy. 

Do not be to quick to discard pots that haven't yet shown signs of seed germination. Seeds will often lay dormant until conditions are optimal and will produce amazing results, long after they have been forgotten.

Pre-treatment of smoke is recommended for most native species.

Research shows that many members of this species are responsive to pre-treatment of smoke, which mimocs an Australian bushfire. Although germination will may occur without smoke treatment it has proved be beneficial in reducing the number of days to germination and increasing germination rates of this species.

Smoke treatments are simple and can be undertaken by applying to the surface after sowing.

Click this link to view our seed starting treatments specially designed for Australian Natives

 

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