Grevillea robusta 'Aurea' (Golden Silky Oak)
Botanical Information
Family | Proteaceae |
Genus | Grevillea |
Species | robusta |
Cultivar | 'Aurea' |
Category | Tropicals, Woody |
Type | Tree (evergreen) |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 30-40 m |
Growth | Medium |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | In order to survive in poor soils Grevillea have evolved with proteoid roots. These roots which develop each season, grow into the top levels of the soil to extract nutrients. |
Cultivation | A marginally frost hardy cultivar that prefers acidic growing conditions and is intolerant of wet soils. Grevillea are particularly intolerant of phosphorous so a fertilizer low in this nutrient is a must. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |