Banksia cost?

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Banksia cost?

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Hi all...just wanted some oppinions on what people thought a banksia with a 75mm base and about 500mm high was worth? I've the chance to buy one already in a bonsai pot looks very healthy with a straight trunk....

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That is a very broad question. Without a picture I would not like to hazard a guess. Some of our members, that are more familiar, with Banksia's might be able to help, if you identified the species,and posted a picture or two if possible.

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Hey my man cant quote prices without a pic. :? :D 8-)
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anttal63 wrote:Hey my man cant quote prices without a pic. :? :D 8-)
Even with a pic you cant... its all subjective.

It comes down to what you are prepared to pay & what the owner is asking? If you can come to an agreement between yourselves thats all that matters.

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thanks for the replies...i think :?

just sorta wanted a ball park figure on something this size.....
its a Banksia serrata/old man banksia...can't get a pic sorry....but like I said straight trunk good taper, chunky base, healthy...pretty much advanced stock.

I know its hard without a pic and also a trees worth is only what someones willing to pay.....just wanted to get an idea what others would be willing to pay?
Why is it that some people can't just give there oppinion.....if someone does not agree is there really a need to jump on your shetland pony and pretend its a high horse???
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I value the oppinions on this sight...was just hopeing for one...maybe two ;)
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Ok.....I sold some stock just like this - not in bonsai pots for $80 to $120 a couple of years ago.
They were 1982 vintage.

Hope this helps.

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thanks heaps Leigh :D

looks like i'll be gettin it tomorrow don't really have the funds but can't pass it up don't see alot of native stock around here.....will post pics then
thanks again mate

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Post by Leigh Taafe »

G'day Gott,

Oops - didnt mean to mislead you mate. I just saw you said 75mm across the base. The ones I was selling were at least double that, not to worry - just offer him what you are comfortable paying mate, as long as he is happy - all is good.
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