Canberra Gem Grevillea will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 8 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years.
This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid.
Details
Botanical Name
Grevillea 'Canberra Gem'
Common Name
Canberra Gem Grevillea
Hardiness Zone
- 8b
Appearance
Max Height
8 feet
Max Spread
8 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Green
Flower Colour
- Red
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Late Winter to Early Summer
Moisture
Average
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
YES
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