Grevillea 'Fireworks'
Grevillea 'Fireworks'
Grevillea 'Fireworks' a small shrub that grows to around 1 meter tall and wide. With its naturally compact form, Grevillea 'Fireworks' is ideal for mass planting, feature planting, or container gardening. This shrub flourishes from autumn to spring, performing best in sunny spots with well-drained soil.
Quick Overview:
- Size: Grows to about 1 x 1 meter.
- Flowers: Bright red and yellow, appearing on the ends of short branches.
- Foliage: Soft and blue-green in color, linear, 1 to 2 cm long, and about 0.3 cm wide.
- Growth Habit: Naturally compact and bushy.
- Care: Benefits from regular tip pruning for denser growth; feed with a native low-phosphorus fertilizer in autumn and spring.
- Watering: Moderate; water when the top of the soil has dried out.
- Position: Prefers a sunny to partly shaded location.
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Soil: Well-drained soil is recommended
Detailed Description: Grevillea 'Fireworks' is a deliberate cross between Grevillea 'Pink Pixie' and Grevillea alpina, crafted by Peter James Ollerenshaw in Bywong, NSW. Registered in June 2007, this hybrid stands out for its vibrant flower display and compact growth, making it a versatile addition to any garden. Its flowers, which occur on the ends of short branches, along with its blue-green foliage, create a visually appealing contrast.
Ideal for attracting nectar-feeding birds, 'Fireworks' adds both aesthetic and ecological value to garden spaces. Its adaptability to various soil types and conditions, combined with its low maintenance once established, makes it a favorable choice for gardeners looking to enhance their landscapes with color and life.
Planting Benefits:
- Visual Appeal: Offers year-round interest with its colorful flowers and foliage.
- Attracts Wildlife: Nectar-feeding birds are drawn to its bright blooms.
- Versatility: Suitable for planting en masse, as a feature plant, or in containers.
- Low Maintenance: Easy care, with moderate watering needs and benefits from regular pruning