Genus Grevillea

Grevillea 'Moonlight' Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of Peggy Koegler at UCSC Arboretum

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This mostly Australian genus of 250-350 species of shrubs and trees is grown primarily for its unusual, colorful flowers that are often rich in nectar. They attract birds, insects, and other animals. Use Grevillea in shrub borders, as specimen plants, or in a greenhouse.
Care: Provide full sun and acidic to neutral, moderately fertile, well-drained soil.
Propagation: Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer or start seed indoors in spring.
Problems: Root rot, dieback, scale insects, mealybugs.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Grevillea

Grevillea 'Moonlight'
('Moonlight' grevillea) (1 user review)

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This stunning shrub blooms all year in some climates. A fast grower, its large, moonlight-colored flowers and finely divided, gray foliage are a must for any southern-temperate garden. Frost and drought tolerant once established, it attracts bees and hummingbirds and makes an excellent screening shrub.

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