Hakea invaginata
A highly ornamental Hakea with fine, long green leaves and a profuse display of pink-purple flowers that appear along the branch stems in summer.
With a dense, upright, broom-like habit, this Hakea usually grows between 2 - 2.5m high and wide.
The species name invaginata means 'within a sheath', referring to the grooves of the young leaf. Small, woody ovoid fruits follow flowers.
Grow it at home
- Will grow in a range of soils provided free draining.
- Grows best in an open sunny position, tolerates light shade.
- Prune to maintain shape following flowering.
- Drought tolerant once established.
- Great habitat and food source for nectar loving birds and insects.
- When planting, fertilise with a granular slower release fertiliser that is low in phosphorous and formulated for native plants.
Find it in Kings Park
This Hakea can be found in the Grevillea and Hakea Garden and the Northern Wheatbelt Garden.
Out in the wild
This Hakea is native to Western Australia’s wheatbelt area from Geraldton to Coolgardie.
Find it in nurseries
Kings Park Favourites are produced in partnership with Domus Nursery and are available for purchase in retail garden centres and hardware stores throughout WA.
