Grevillea robusta 'Aurea' (Golden Silky Oak)


Botanical Information

FamilyProteaceae
GenusGrevillea
Speciesrobusta
Cultivar'Aurea'
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeTree (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height30-40 m
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionIn 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.
CultivationA 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.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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