A quintessential Australian plant, give your garden a splash of color from down under! Grevillea is an evergreen, flowering shrub with curving fronds of narrow leaves and delicate clusters of slender flowers. Enjoy its long blooming season that attracts birds, bees, and other pollinators—while deer and rabbits leave it alone. With almost four hundred species native to Australia and Papua New Guinea, grevillea comes in many colors. This extremely hardy, drought tolerant plant flourishes in drier climates of Southern California. Short on time and poor in soil? Perfect! Grevillea is your friend, giving you the experience of unique flowers and beautiful, year-round greenery with little fuss.
Growth Form: Small-medium shrub that grows 1-10 ft tall, depending on variety; some grow into 30 ft trees
Light: Full to part sun
Water: Water 1-2x per week to establish; drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-drained, sandy; add mulch and organic matter to clay soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 8-11
Type: Perennial