The Banksia flowers are really iconic. I have always been fascinated with the shape of the seed pods as well. Interesting that this one doesn't need fire to propagate. Very informative video Karen👍
I agree, they are fascinating :) Thank you. Many years ago I worked in a native nursery in Victoria and we would put banksia cones in the oven to release the seed :)
thanks for making these videos. i've lived in perth all my life but only recently have come to appreciate the incredible diversity of flora and fauna, your videos are very informative.
Hi, I see a lot of them plated as street trees, on verges/nature strips in the eastern states and west, so they are probably pretty good root wise. I guess it depends on how much room you have. Might be best to ask an arborist for specific advice 👍🏼
Oh, how interesting. Often banksia flowers can be used to make a sweet drink but I'm not sure about tea. I bet the birds love the tree on your street. 🙂
Thanks for spending your precious time to explain.
You’re welcome, I love doing this. Thanks for commenting ☺️
The Banksia flowers are really iconic. I have always been fascinated with the shape of the seed pods as well. Interesting that this one doesn't need fire to propagate. Very informative video Karen👍
I agree, they are fascinating :) Thank you. Many years ago I worked in a native nursery in Victoria and we would put banksia cones in the oven to release the seed :)
thanks for making these videos. i've lived in perth all my life but only recently have come to appreciate the incredible diversity of flora and fauna, your videos are very informative.
You're welcome ☺ I'm so pleased to hear you have come to appreciate the diversity of our local flora and fauna 😍
Thank you knowledgeable one! More please 😊
Thanks for commenting, I always have more on the horizon, love making these videos, glad you like them 😀
Love the Australian birds. They are so active. I want to grow that tree.
I hope you get the opportunity to visit Australia and see the birds some time 😊
Hi, I’m curious about their root system. Are the invasive? Can you plant these trees in suburban backyards?
Hi, I see a lot of them plated as street trees, on verges/nature strips in the eastern states and west, so they are probably pretty good root wise. I guess it depends on how much room you have. Might be best to ask an arborist for specific advice 👍🏼
Have this on my street, tried making a tea out of it, didn’t taste good sadly😢
Oh, how interesting. Often banksia flowers can be used to make a sweet drink but I'm not sure about tea. I bet the birds love the tree on your street. 🙂