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Grevillea 'Canberra Gem'

Canberra Gem Grevillea

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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

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'

Width 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

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.