Banksia, Giant bottlebrush

Conelike, dense terminal spikes, surrounded by unusual bracts

Colors  Red, oranges, and yellows
Availability  Year round
Vase life  Long (dries)
Care and handling  First Step Technique--do not place in a cooler
Design tips  Provides an immediate focal point; foliage has a textural appeal


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Banksia

Banksia, Giant bottlebrush
Banksia, various species

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