Overview

Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Grevillea, part of the Proteaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2.5-4 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide, reaching full size in around 10-20 years. Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH.

About

Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' is an evergreen shrub cultivar of the Grevillea genus, belonging to the Proteaceae family. It has a bushy habit and grows to a height and spread of 2.5 to 4 metres, reaching full size over 10 to 20 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring east, south, or west-facing positions. It grows best in well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. 'Canberra Gem' is notable for its interest across spring, summer, and winter, making it suitable for conservatory or greenhouse cultivation as well as outdoor shrub borders.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Grevillea

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

Plant details

Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse, Shrubs

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

2.5-4 metres

Spread

2.5-4 metres

Time to full height

10-20 years

Frequently asked questions

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