
Hibiscus
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Banksia coccinea
Cylindrical or spherical flower spikes with bottlebrush appearance. Australian native. Exotic and unique. Named after botanist Joseph Banks. Dries beautifully. Symbol of resilience.
Year-round
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 14 to 21 days
when properly cared for
Subtle honey-like sweetness with woody undertones
Named after Sir Joseph Banks, botanist on Captain Cooks first voyage to Australia
Some banksia species require bushfires to release their seeds
There are over 170 species of banksia, all native to Australia
Aboriginal Australians used banksia cones to strain drinking water
Endemic to Australia, banksias were first collected by Joseph Banks in 1770. They evolved to survive Australias harsh conditions and bushfires. Today they are exported worldwide as premium cut flowers, prized for their unusual bottlebrush-like blooms and exceptional vase life.
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