Garden hybrid

This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

1 other cultivar

‘Burrendong Beauty’Burrendong Beauty

shrub

Winter Burgundy Hakea

Hakea x hybrida 'Winter Burgundy'

The Story

Plant Bio

Hakea multilineata is an upright, evergreen shrub native to Western Australia, recognized for its narrow, parallel-veined foliage and tolerance of arid conditions. The species produces dense, cylindrical spikes of pink to red flowers along mature stems, resembling pincushions.

'Winter Burgundy' is distinguished by its deep burgundy-toned new growth tips and exceptionally rich, dark pink to burgundy-red flower styles. This selection maintains a dense, rounded-to-spreading form that serves as a structural focal point in dry gardens.

Uses & Benefits:

Bold blue-green foliage with burgundy tips and dramatic winter-blooming pink flower clusters.

Highly drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for low-water utility landscapes.

Provides a valuable winter nectar source for visiting birds and beneficial insects.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

140"

Width

110"

Light

Full Sun

Zones

9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

15-25 years

Native To

Australia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Winter – Spring

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site in full sun with highly permeable, sandy, or gravelly soil.
Dig a shallow hole and position the root ball slightly above the surrounding soil level to ensure rapid drainage away from the crown.
Backfill with native soil without adding compost, manure, or organic soil amendments.
Water sparingly during the establishment phase, then transition to a strictly dry regime, watering only during prolonged summer droughts.

Pro Tip

Plant high in gritty, fast-draining soil and avoid organic mulches that retain moisture around the collar; excess water or phosphorus-rich fertilizers will trigger fatal root rot.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Plant in a raised bed or mound if local soils are heavy or slow-draining.
Use a low-phosphorus, native-formulated fertilizer if feeding is necessary.
Prune lightly immediately after flowering to maintain a dense, compact shape.

Don't

Do not prune hard into old, leafless wood, as it will fail to regenerate.
Do not apply standard garden fertilizers containing high levels of phosphorus.
Do not overwater or allow water to pool around the base of the shrub.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Specimen PlantingScreeningDry GardensCoastal Gardens

Companion Plants

Grevillea Adenanthos sericeus Banksia speciosa

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Winter Burgundy Hakea questions

What zones can Winter Burgundy Hakea grow in?

Winter Burgundy Hakea is hardy in USDA Zones 9–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Winter Burgundy Hakea deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Winter Burgundy Hakea, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Winter Burgundy Hakea bloom?

Winter Burgundy Hakea typically blooms in winter through spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Winter Burgundy Hakea need full sun?

Winter Burgundy Hakea does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Winter Burgundy Hakea drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Winter Burgundy Hakea handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.