Grevillea 'Canberra Gem'
Grevillea Canberra Gem
Description
Deep green, needle-like foliage characterize this evergreen shrub. It reaches 6'-8' tall and wide, forming a dense shrub with arching branches. Its reddish pink flowers bloom on the branches in winter and spring. This woody plant does best in full sun with well draining, dry soil. It does not tolerate phosphorus fertilizer well so it's best to not fertilize. Prune after flowering period to reshape or tidy plant. Established plants are drought tolerant but this plant will also tolerate irrigation for nearby plants. Birds love 'Canberra Gem'. It is a good barrier plant.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.