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Grevillea rosmarinifolia (Rosemary Grevillea)

Rosemary Grevillea


Grevillea rosmarinifolia is a dense and bushy evergreen shrub of loose, arching, graceful habit with rosemary-like leaves which contrast nicely with the red spidery flowers. Reminiscent of the culinary rosemary, the foliage is linear, glossy, dark green on top and downy silvery underneath, to 2 in. long (5 cm). Borne in dense terminal clusters, deep rose-red flowers are produced in pairs along the branches from late winter through to late summer, and occasionally at other times. They open in succession from curling buds, the curled part of the flowers straightening out to make the spider legs. These spectacular and unique flowers are full of nectar and attract birds, bees and insects to your garden. This plant is tolerant of heat, drought and wind everywhere except in hot, low desert climates.

  • Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
  • Grows up to 5-8 ft. tall and wide (150-240 cm).
  • Easily grown in acidic, well-drained soils in full sun or part shade. Drought tolerant once established. Use little to no phosphorus fertilizer.
  • Deer resistant
  • Great as a specimen plant, hedge or screen, wall-side borders in Mediterranean gardens, coastal gardens and xeriscape gardens.
  • Virtually disease free and pest free.
  • Trim back after flowering
  • Propagate by seed, semi-hardwood cuttings or graft.
  • Native to Australia

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Requirements

Hardiness 9 – 12
Heat Zones 6 – 11
Climate Zones 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Grevillea
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early,Mid,Late)
Summer (Early,Mid,Late)
Winter
Height 5' – 8' (150cm – 240cm)
Spread 5' – 8' (150cm – 240cm)
Water Needs Low
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen
Native Plants Australia
Tolerance Deer, Drought
Attracts Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Wall-Side Borders
Garden Styles Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.


Requirements

Hardiness 9 – 12
Heat Zones 6 – 11
Climate Zones 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Grevillea
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early,Mid,Late)
Summer (Early,Mid,Late)
Winter
Height 5' – 8' (150cm – 240cm)
Spread 5' – 8' (150cm – 240cm)
Water Needs Low
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen
Native Plants Australia
Tolerance Deer, Drought
Attracts Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Wall-Side Borders
Garden Styles Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden

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