Variable Leaved Hakea | Hakea varia

Hakea varia

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Hakea varia, varied-leaved Hakea, is a striking dense shrub known for it's naturally varied foliage, it develops dense, prickly branches covered in leave that can range from needle-like to broader lobed forms. It grows 1-3 metres and because of it's prickly character it makes great habitat for birds and insects.

During winter and spring, clusters of small cream flowers appear along the stems, attracting birds and bees.

It has a wide natural distribution from Geraldton to Esperance, likes sand, clay, loam and gravelly soils, and also winter wet situations. Shade tolerant.

Common Name: Variable-leaved Hakea
Botanical Name: Hakea varia
Maximum Mature Height: 3 m
Maximum Mature Width: 2.5 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Flowering: Winter-Spring
Flower Colour: Cream / Pink
Growing Habit:

  • Shrub
  • Upright
  • Open

Soil Type:

  • Sandy
  • Gravelly
  • Loamy
  • Well-drained
  • Lateritic (Ironstone)

Sunlight:

  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade