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Close-up of orange bottlebrush flowers among green foliage

Orange bottlebrush flowers with green foliage in the background

Close-up of an orange bottlebrush plant among green foliage

Tall orange flower spike with green foliage in the background

Banksia plant with distinctive orange flower spikes among green leaves

Close-up of a yellow banksia flower spike with green leaves in the background

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Banksia Giant Candles - Banksia ericifolia spinulosa 'Giant Candles'

Name: Banksia Giant Candles - Banksia ericifolia spinulosa 'Giant Candles'
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Banksia Giant Candles - 20cm
Price: 29.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

Tall, hardy hybrid native shrub with massive orange flower spikes and strong landscape presence.

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Pot size:

20cm

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Quick Facts

Position

Full sun to semi shade, tolerating a wide range of exposed conditions.

Size

Approx 4-10m high x 2-4m wide, large upright shrub.

Water

Low water use once established, with good drought tolerance.

Uses

Screening, windbreaks, coastal gardens, habitat gardens, cut flowers, low.water landscapes.

Description

Banksia ericifolia spinulosa Giant Candles is a striking hybrid between Banksia spinulosa and Banksia ericifolia, selected for its massive 35-40 cm orange flower spikes and vigorous upright growth. This hybrid adapts well to a wide range of soils and coastal conditions and can be shaped into a dense shrub or trained as a small tree. Flowering from autumn through winter, the rich nectar attracts birds and adds strong seasonal impact to native and low water landscapes.

Key Features:

Huge orange flower spikes reaching 35-40 cm long.
High nectar production attracting birds and pollinators.
Can be pruned into a tree form or left as a dense shrub.
Highly drought tolerant once established.
Excellent for screening, windbreaks, and coastal gardens.
Fast growth rate with low maintenance requirements.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types, provided drainage is adequate.
Light: Full sun to semi shade, with best flowering in sunny positions.
Watering: Low water requirements once established, avoiding waterlogged soils.
Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser if required.
Maintenance: Light pruning maintains dense form; shape early if training as a tree.
Flowering: Summer through to late winter flowering season.

Landscaping Ideas

Ideal for large gardens, habitat landscapes, screening along boundaries, and coastal planting. Its tall, upright habit and dramatic flower spikes deliver strong visual impact through autumn and winter. Combines well with grevilleas, hakeas, correas, callistemons, and lomandras for a resilient native palette.

Expert Tip

Light pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact shape and encourages denser growth for hedging and screening applications.

FAQ's

Q: How tall does 'Giant Candles' grow?

Typically 4-10m depending on conditions and pruning.

Q: Can it be used for screening?

Yes. Its height and density make it excellent for screening and
windbreaks.

Q: Can it handle coastal conditions?

A: Yes, it performs very well in coastal and wind exposed sites.

Q: Is it drought tolerant?

A: Yes, once established it has high drought tolerance.

Why Choose Plant Nest?

At Plant Nest, we make it easy to buy plants online with delivery direct to your door. Every plant is hand-selected for quality, carefully packed, and backed by expert advice so you can grow with confidence.

Plant Nest Banksia Giant Candles - Banksia ericifolia spinulosa 'Giant Candles'

$37.95

$29.95

On sale