Grevillea obtusifolia ‘Gin Gin Gem’

Grevillea obtusifolia 'Gin Gin Gem'
Grevillea obtusifolia 'Gin Gin Gem'

A superb ground cover grevillea, with an attractive dense growth habit that will suppress weeds. It flowers over a long period, from winter to spring with some spot flowers in autumn, with small spider type red and cream flowers. They are nectar rich and attractive to small birds and native bees. Does well in coastal sites, flowers best in sunny positions but performs well in part shade. Tolerates light frost. Prune lightly after flowering for an even more dense habit, and feed in spring with a low phosphorus fertiliser.

Note – some grevilleas can cause skin irritation to some people. If you are affected wear protective clothing when handling grevilleas

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name: Gin Gin Gem

Plant Type : Small shrub, Ground cover

Width : 3

Flowering Time : Spring, Autumn, Winter

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Saline, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Erosion control, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Grevillea obtusifolia

Common Name : Grevillea

Height : 0.5

Flower Color : Cream, Red

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects