Hakea macraeana mimetes

Hakea macraeana mimetesHakea macraeana, also known as the Willow Needlewood, is a medium to tall shrub with weeping branches, needle like leaves and a profusion of white flowers in winter and spring. A rounded plant that matures into a tall shrub or small tree, Hakea macraeana's graceful and willowy growth habit adds an elegant touch to any landscape. Ideal as a hedge, screen or attractive stand alone specimen. Soil: Well drained soil Conditions: Full sun to part shade.

The twisted stems are popular for floral arrangements

westerly winds and may burn off with frost

and feature plantings

is a tall palm with a slender grey trunk covered in rings of leaf scars and enlarged at the base

Fertilise yearly using a slow-release native fertiliser

and intermittently year-round

spreading form makes it perfect for hanging baskets

bringing colour and character to patios and outdoor living spaces

fine-leaf bottlebrush that produces a profusion of soft pastel-pink flowers in spring

making it an excellent choice for gardens with limited space

It is frost-hardy and suited to cool and moist rather than hot conditions

banks or even as a focal point in a smaller garden