Grevillea hybrid ‘Bon Accord’

Grevillea 'Bon Accord'
Grevillea 'Bon Accord'
Grevillea 'Bon Accord'

A large shrub to small tree size, growing to around 4 metres tall and wide. It bears numerous red-pink flowers in spring and summer, and is highly bird attracting thanks to the abundant nectar. It has thin leathery leaves, with bronze new growth. Tolerates medium levels of frost, likes well drained soil, from clay to loam to sandy types. Feed with a low phosphorus fertiliser in spring if needed.

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

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name: Bon Accord

Plant Type : Small tree, Large shrub

Width : 4

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Cut flower, Erosion control, Bird nesting plant, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Grevillea johnsonii x wilsonii

Common Name : Grevillea

Height : 4

Flower Color : Red, Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects