Alpine Grevillea

(Grevillea australis)

Alpine Grevillea (Grevillea australis)

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Summary

Grevillea australis, commonly known as Alpine Grevillea, is an evergreen shrub native to subalpine and montane areas, as well as dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in Eastern Australia and Tasmania. It typically reaches a height and width of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters). Alpine Grevillea has a compact and rounded habit with narrow, dark green leaves. The shrub produces an abundance of white to pale pink flowers during the winter and spring, which are moderately showy and attract nectar-feeding birds.

Alpine Grevillea is valued for its hardiness in cool to cold climates and its ability to thrive in poor soils. It is often used in rockeries, as a low hedge, or for mass plantings in gardens due to its dense foliage and floral display. It requires full sun to maintain its compact form and prolific flowering but can tolerate light shade. While it generally prefers well-drained soils, it is adaptable to various soil types, provided they are not waterlogged. Alpine Grevillea is relatively low maintenance but may benefit from light pruning to maintain shape. It is drought-tolerant once established. Potential problems include root rot in poorly drained soils and susceptibility to frost in very cold regions.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Shrub
  • Height: 3-4 feet
  • Width: 3-4 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: White
  • Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
  • Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Low
  • Drainage: Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance

Natural Habitat

native to subalpine and montane areas, as well as dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in Eastern Australia and Tasmania

Other Names

Common Names: Southern Grevillea, Hardy Grevillea, Marshall’s Seedling

Scientific Names: , Grevillea australis, Grevillea australis var. montana, Grevillea australis var. linearifolia, Grevillea australis var. planifolia, Grevillea australis var. tenuifolia, Grevillea australis var. erecta, Grevillea australis var. brevifolia, Grevillea australis var. subulata, Grevillea stuartii

GBIF Accepted Name: Grevillea australis R.Br.