Grevillea alpina|Mountain Grevillea
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Dense to open upright shrub.
- Size (W x H)
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1-2m x 1-2.5m
- Leaves
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Hairy, grey-green, egg-shaped leaves to 15mm long.
- Flowers
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Terminal clusters of hairy claw flowers.
- Flower colour
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Bright red and yellow
- Flower time
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August to December
- Growing conditions
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Well drained soils in the foothills. Frost tolerant. Partial and semi shade.
- Commonly used for
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An excellent garden plant preferring some overhead protection. Long flowering. Prune to maintain bushiness.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts birds
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
