Grevillea banksii - Red Silky Oak

Grevillea banksii - Red Silky Oak

Grevillea banksii is a fast-growing shrub native to eastern Australia, valued in gardens for its bold foliage and striking spider-like flowers, typically red with contrasting styles. Flowering occurs over an extended period, providing reliable colour and an excellent nectar source for birds and other pollinators.

Adaptable and resilient, this species performs well in a range of soil types provided drainage is adequate, tolerates coastal exposure, and responds well to pruning. Its growth habit makes it suitable as a feature plant, screen, or component of mixed native plantings.

Key points

• Australian native species - Black Cockatoo food source

• Propagated from seed to promote genetic diversity, supporting resilience and ecosystem function

• Fast-growing shrub with showy flowers

• Responds well to pruning

• Suitable for home gardens, coastal plantings, and native landscapes

Supplied as healthy, mature plants.