| Description | Grevillea lanigera
Coastal Gem Grevillea is a charming low-spreading shrub that reaches about 1 foot in height and spreads 4-5 feet wide. Its narrow grayish-green leaves arch gracefully along the stems. The flowers, which bloom from winter to late spring, showcase a lovely blend of pinkish-red and cream, resembling fuchsia when viewed from afar. This plant thrives in neutral to slightly acidic soils and prefers full sun to light shade. Once established, it's quite drought-tolerant, but be cautious not to overwater it. This versatile plant is perfect for rock gardens, borders, and makes an excellent ground cover. Plus, it’s a fantastic choice for attracting nectar-feeding birds to your garden!
6"/14cm pot | Grevillea thelemanniana
This low-growing, spreading shrub reaches about 1m in height and 1.5m in width, showcasing beautifully arching branches adorned with delicate, finely divided green leaves. In winter, it delights with red spider flowers that bloom at the tips of these graceful branches. Even when not in bloom, the fern-like foliage and elegant arching structure make it a visually appealing addition to any garden. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. This plant is resilient, being tolerant of drought, frost, and coastal conditions.
6"/14cm pot | Grevillea hybrid
This compact, low, and wide native grevillea produces large conical flowers throughout much of the year, transitioning from soft pink to hot pink. Native birds will adore it just as much as you will! It can serve as a wonderful informal hedge. Once mature, it should withstand a light overnight frost; until then, plant it in a sheltered and prominent location where you can enjoy its beauty and observe the birds feeding joyfully.
6"/14cm pot | Banksia spinulosa
Honeyeater Delight Banksia is a great, low-growing, compact grower reaching a maximum of 50cm tall and wide. Perfect for smaller areas, native gardens, features, and low flowering borders and also suitable for coastal locations. It has narrow serrate leaves and produces large golden flowering cones in autumn and winter.
8"/20cm pot | Grevillea banksii
Grevillea Big Foot is an evergreen groundcover that forms a low, mounding shape, ideal for establishing a lush and low-maintenance garden. This plant showcases spreading, finely textured leaves and exceptionally long, eye-catching red flowers that blossom throughout the year, attracting birds and pollinators alike. Its broad growth habit makes it a great option for preventing erosion, serving as ground cover, or adding a pop of color to garden beds and borders. The vibrant flowers make it a striking feature in any garden while providing a habitat for local wildlife.
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| Attracts |
Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Native Birds
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| Max Height |
0.5m
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| Max Width |
0.5m
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| Water Requirement |
Low
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| Tolerances |
Frost Tolerant, Salt Tolerant, Drought Tolerant
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| Soil Type |
Sandy, Well drained
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| Plant Type |
Perennial Shrub
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| Flowering |
Yes
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| Flower Colour |
Orange, Yellow
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| Foliage Colour |
Green
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| Flowering Time |
April, August, July, June, May
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| Sunshine |
Afternoon Sun, Full Sun, Midday Sun
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