Hakea drupacea
SWEET HAKEA, FORK LEAF HAKEA
Proteaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, sand, mildly acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, first line salt wind, heavy frost
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

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Fertilising: Only use low phosphorus fertiliser according to manufacturer's directions.

 
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Hakea drupacea
SWEET HAKEA, FORK LEAF HAKEA
Proteaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, sand, mildly acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, first line salt wind, heavy frost
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in white & pink

Flowering Time: early autumn to early winter

Leaves: mid green

Bark & Stems: spiny leaves


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, dry style, coastal & bush designs

Uses: informal screen, barrier, border, shade tree, windbreak

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: nectar, habitat, deer resistant






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