{"product_id":"birthday-candles-banksia","title":"Banksia 'Birthday Candles'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"531\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBanksia 'Birthday Candles' is one of Australia's most popular dwarf native shrubs, prized for its compact growth, spectacular golden flower spikes and outstanding bird-attracting qualities. This hardy evergreen shrub forms a dense, spreading mound, making it perfect for smaller gardens, coastal landscapes, rockeries, borders and containers. Its long flowering season and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent choice for adding year-round colour and supporting local wildlife.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kgmwg\" data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eBrilliant golden-yellow flower spikes with contrasting red styles are produced from autumn through winter, often continuing into early spring. The nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3nt59l\" data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eDense, evergreen foliage with narrow, dark green leaves creates an attractive compact shrub throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6um3ei\" data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eWoody seed cones develop after flowering and remain on the plant, adding ornamental interest and providing habitat for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ua95zn\" data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eA compact, spreading evergreen shrub with a naturally dense habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e0.6m high × 1.5m wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"e21a7f\" data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained sandy or loamy soils. Prefers slightly acidic, free-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment, then only during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate frost tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eWind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent tolerance of coastal winds and salt spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to coastal, subtropical, temperate and Mediterranean climates throughout Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynplfa\" data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1krfx0h\" data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hn3on\" data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gspu6t\" data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eRockeries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qa8y83\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eMass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yi6qoz\" data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eLow borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mll9u7\" data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eContainers and pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"60jsnv\" data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x9otrp\" data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eBird-attracting gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"888br0\" data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xg1pnf\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003eRequires very little maintenance once established. Light pruning after flowering will encourage dense new growth and maintain its compact shape. Use only low-phosphorus fertilisers formulated for Australian native plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6zzv5x\" data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e'Birthday Candles' is a selected dwarf form of \u003cem data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003eBanksia spinulosa\u003c\/em\u003e and has become one of Australia's best-known native cultivars. Its compact size, extended flowering season and ability to attract native birds make it a standout choice for both modern and traditional Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zuh02s\" data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7wq1dv\" data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eGrevillea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nambfr\" data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003eWestringia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r12wz1\" data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003eCallistemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uwxlxc\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003eCorrea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b3hyh4\" data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eScaevola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yq3n7i\" data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003eLomandra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qe2nm6\" data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eDianella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14lgb9o\" data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eLeucophyta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sl1o3q\" data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eMyoporum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birthday Candles Banksia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003eBanksia spinulosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Birthday Candles'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proteaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated selection of \u003cem data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003eBanksia spinulosa\u003c\/em\u003e, developed in Victoria, Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Native and Grasses plants","offers":[{"title":"140mm","offer_id":44300494831796,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/birthday-candles-banksia-Sunshine-Coast-Nursery.jpg?v=1784879987","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/birthday-candles-banksia","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}