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Honey Gem grevillea Grevillea 'Honey Gem'
When it flowers
- January, not flowering
- February, not flowering
- March, not flowering
- April, not flowering
- May, flowering
- June, flowering
- July, flowering
- August, flowering
- September, flowering
- October, flowering
- November, not flowering
- December, not flowering
Tall hybrid grevillea with golden-orange flower spikes dripping with nectar.
A cross between Grevillea banksii and Grevillea pteridifolia that grows into a large shrub or small tree. Its long orange-gold spikes are rich in nectar and busy with honeyeaters. Best in warm, frost-free gardens.
In the garden
- Attracts
- Birds and pollinating insects
- Flowers
- Golden-orange toothbrush spikes up to 15 cm long.
- Leaves
- Long, divided dark green leaves with silvery undersides.
Growing conditions
- Climate
- Tropical, subtropical and temperate
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil
- Sandy and loam
- Drainage
- Needs good drainage
- Frost
- Frost tender
- Water
- Some dry spells
- Coast
- Sheltered coastal gardens
Planting and care
- Grown from
- Cuttings
Planting
A warm, sunny spot sheltered from frost, with room to spread 3 m.
Pruning
Tip prune young plants. Trim after the main flowering to keep it bushy; avoid hard cuts into old wood.
Care
Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser, if any. Water through long dry spells in the first year.
Safety
Has Grevillea banksii in its parentage: the leaves and flowers can cause contact dermatitis. Wear gloves and long sleeves when pruning.
Where it comes from
- Family
- Proteaceae
- Order
- Proteales
- Native to
- Garden origin
Where to buy
Widely available.
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Further reading
- Grevillea 'Honey Gem' on the Atlas of Living Australia (Atlas of Living Australia)
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