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Acorn Banksia
Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub
H: 10m W: 7m
Sunlight: hot overhead sun
Fast Facts
mediterranean style
Many of the plants used are adapted to the dry conditions with reflective silver-grey foliage and fine, furry or prickly leaves that conserve water.
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