Overview
Grevillea arenaria is a compact upright shrub to 1.5 m high conservatory greenhouse in the genus Grevillea, part of the Proteaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 1.5 metres tall. Grevillea arenaria grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained sandy or loamy soil soils and 6.0-7.0 pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include specimen plant and coastal gardens.
About
Grevillea arenaria is a compact, upright evergreen shrub growing up to 1.5 metres high, belonging to the genus Grevillea within the Proteaceae family. Like others in its genus, it features alternate leaves and flowers composed of a vibrant calyx tube with a prominent style arranged in racemes or panicles. This cultivar thrives in full sun on well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0, preferring a sheltered, south-facing aspect. It is suitable for specimen planting and coastal gardens, with interest in spring and summer.
About the genus
Grevillea, commonly known as spider flowers, is a genus of about 360 species of evergreen flowering plants in the family Proteaceae. Plants in the genus Grevillea are shrubs, rarely trees, with the leaves arranged alternately along the branches, the flowers zygomorphic, arranged in racemes at the ends of branchlets, and the fruit a follicle that splits down one side only, releasing one or two seeds.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Grevillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0-7.0
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Grevillea arenaria size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Shrubs
- Habit
- Compact upright shrub to 1.5 m high
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 1.5 metres
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Grevillea arenaria
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Grevillea arenaria?
Grevillea arenaria prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Grevillea arenaria need?
Grevillea arenaria grows best in well-drained sandy or loamy soil soil. It prefers 6.0-7.0 soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Grevillea arenaria grow?
Grevillea arenaria reaches a height of 1.5 metres.
Is Grevillea arenaria hardy in the UK?
Grevillea arenaria has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Grevillea arenaria?
Seed, cuttings.
