Grevillea Raspberry Ripple NATIVE

Full sun to part shade

Height:  50 cm

Width:  1.5 m

Frost tolerant

Suitable for coastal conditions

Small spreading shrub

Notes from the plant tag:

Description

This small shrub produces a spectacular mass display of raspberry-coloured flowers from autumn to early spring.

Position

Prefers full sun though will tolerate dappled shade. It is adaptable to most well-drained soils and requires summer watering when conditions become very dry.

Care

It is best to initially feed with a slow-release low phosphorus fertiliser to help establish the plant. It is beneficial to follow up with occasional reapplication of fertiliser and apply as required. Mulching around the base of the plant will help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Uses

Raspberry Ripple is dense in habit and provides colour over the cooler months in the landscape. It is a useful shrub where areas require low-level cover.

Caution

Some individuals are sensitive to grevilleas and the foliage and flowers can cause skin irritations.

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