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Hakea suaveolens

Sweet Hakea

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

This broad shrub or tree will grow 10-20' tall and has small, needle like dark green leaves with clusters of white flowers that bloom in winter and fall.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Width Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers