Grevillea victoriae (Royal grevillea)


Botanical Information

FamilyProteaceae
GenusGrevillea
Speciesvictoriae
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginNative to Australia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-10) - (-5)
Temperature (°F)14 - 23
Height1.5 - 2.5 m
Spread1.5 - 2.5 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, March, September, October, November, December

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA mound-forming, evergreen shrub with grey-green leaves and hanging flower clusters.
ShapeMound-forming.
LandscapeFlower beds, flower border, wall side border.
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings.
CultivationGrow in acid to neutral, well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun.
PestsSusceptible to honey fungus.
Notable SpecimensTrebah Gardens, Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth, Cornwall.

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