Grevillea bipinnatifida (Fuchsia Grevillea)


Botanical Information

FamilyProteaceae
GenusGrevillea
Speciesbipinnatifida
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginNative to Western Australia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height1 m
Spread2 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMarch, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeGround cover, container planting and rock gardens.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Well-drained soil, low in phosphorus. Prefers granitic soils, sand, loamy, clay and lateritic soils. Drought tolerant.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
HabitatSpreading.
Leaf DescriptionDeeply lobed leaves with sharp points at the end of each lobe making it appear prickly or fern-like.
Flower DescriptionLarge, toothbrush-like flowers borne on feathery spikes. Blooms in winter and spring
Colour DescriptionThe flowers are reddish-orange. The foliage is green.

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