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Close-up of a yellow banksia flower with green leaves on a blurred natural background

Flower spike of a banksia plant with green leaves

Close-up of a yellow banksia flower spike with green leaves.

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Plant Nest

Coast Banksia Sentinel- Banksia integrifolia fastigiata 'Sentinel'

Name: Coast Banksia Sentinel- Banksia integrifolia fastigiata 'Sentinel'
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Coast Banksia Sentinel - 20cm
Price: 27.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

Narrow upright coast banksia for tight spaces, hedging, and coastal landscapes

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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. 2m to 4m high x 0.6m to 1m wide at maturity, maintaining a narrow form.

Water

Low water use once established, with good drought tolerance.

Uses

Hedging, screening, coastal gardens, windbreaks, feature tree, habitat plantings, parks, embankments.

Description

Banksia integrifolia fastigiata Sentinel is a designer selection bred for narrow and awkward planting spaces where traditional hedging plants are too wide. It forms a dense, upright shrub with glossy green foliage and produces large lemon yellow flower spikes from summer through to mid winter, providing a valuable food source for birds. Highly tolerant of coastal exposure, wind, and drought, Sentinel is ideal for clipped hedges, narrow screens, and feature planting in modern landscapes.

Key Features:

Narrow upright growth habit ideal for tight spaces and boundary planting.
Large lemon yellow flower spikes that attract birds for much of the year.
Dense evergreen foliage that responds well to clipping and shaping.
Excellent tolerance to coastal exposure, wind, and drought conditions.
Low maintenance native shrub suitable for modern and formal landscapes.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types provided drainage is good.
Light: Full sun to semi shade for best performance and flowering.
Watering: Low water requirements once established, avoiding waterlogged soils.
Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser if required.
Maintenance: Trim lightly to maintain a dense, narrow hedge form.
Flowering: Summer through to late winter flowering season.

Landscaping Ideas

Use Banksia integrifolia Sentinel as a narrow hedge or screen along boundaries, driveways, and courtyards. Its upright form also suits formal gardens, coastal landscapes, and feature planting where space is limited.

Expert Tip

Regular light trimming encourages an even denser habit while maintaining the plant’s naturally narrow profile.

FAQ's

Q: Is Sentinel suitable for narrow spaces?

A: Yes, it is specifically bred for tight and narrow planting areas.

Q: Can it be clipped as a hedge?

A: Yes, it responds very well to regular light trimming.

Q: Is it suitable for coastal gardens?

A: Yes, it performs exceptionally well in coastal conditions.

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 Coast Banksia Sentinel- Banksia integrifolia fastigiata 'Sentinel'

$34.95

$27.95

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