{"product_id":"hakea-petiolaris","title":"Hakea Petiolaris: Sculptural Crimson Pincushion for High-Contrast Landscapes","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.shopify-table {\nwidth: 100%;\nborder-collapse: collapse;\nmargin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n.shopify-table th,\n.shopify-table td {\nborder: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\npadding: 8px;\ntext-align: left;\n}\n.shopify-table th {\nbackground-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHakea petiolaris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSea Urchin Hakea with Silvery Foliage and Cream Flower Clusters\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHakea petiolaris\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cem\u003eSea Urchin Hakea\u003c\/em\u003e, is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree native to Western Australia. Renowned for its rounded clusters of creamy-white flowers and distinctive silvery-blue foliage, this ornamental species brings year-round texture and architectural interest to the landscape. The flower heads resemble delicate sea urchins, creating a unique display that contrasts beautifully against the plant’s broad, leathery leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater-wise landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e, coastal gardens, andean-style plantings, \u003cstrong\u003eHakea petiolaris\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. Its drought tolerance, wildlife value, and elegant foliage make it an excellent feature plant, screen, or habitat garden specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics of Hakea petiolaris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSea Urchin Hakea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen shrub or small tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad, leathery, silvery-blue to gray-green leaves with long petioles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded clusters of creamy-white flowers with prominent styles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate winter through spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilvery foliage, drought tolerance, coastal adaptability, pollinator-friendly blooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Size and Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 ft\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–15 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHakea petiolaris\u003c\/strong\u003e develops an upright, rounded habit with an open branching structure. Its distinctive foliage provides visual interest throughout the year, while the spherical flower clusters add seasonal appeal and texture to garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 9–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates. It performs exceptionally well in coastal locations and areas with low summer rainfall once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation and Care for Hakea petiolaris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun for optimal growth, foliage color, and flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained sandy or loamy soil; avoid waterlogged conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow water needs once established; drought tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer only if necessary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use and Benefits of Hakea petiolaris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Attractive specimen plant with unique sea urchin-like flower clusters\u003cbr\u003e\n• Excellent for \/collections\/water-wise-plantswater-wise landscapes and coastal gardens\u003cbr\u003e\n• Effective as an informal screen or feature shrub\u003cbr\u003e\n• Provides year-round color and texture through silvery foliage\u003cbr\u003e\n• A valuable addition to \/collections\/shrubsornamental shrub collections and native habitat plantings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nectar-rich flowers attract birds, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. The dense branching structure also provides shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds and native wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePest and Disease Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHakea petiolaris\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally a resilient and low-maintenance species. Potential issues may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Root rot in poorly drained soils\u003cbr\u003e\n• Sensitivity to excessive phosphorus levels\u003cbr\u003e\n• Reduced vigor in heavily shaded locations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProviding full sun, excellent drainage, and appropriate low-phosphorus nutrition will help ensure healthy growth and abundant flowering for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bonte Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46637085032683,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/2483\/8123\/files\/hakea-hakea-petiolaris-features-cream-to-pink-flowers.png?v=1783047779","url":"https:\/\/bontefarm.com\/products\/hakea-petiolaris","provider":"Bonte Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}