Overview
Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' is a compact upright shrub to 1.5 m high conservatory greenhouse in the genus Grevillea, part of the Proteaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' 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 'Canterbury Gold' is a compact upright shrub growing to about 1.5 metres high, belonging to the Grevillea genus known for evergreen shrubs and trees with alternate leaves and distinctive petal-less flowers. This cultivar is evergreen and thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0 and is hardy to UK zone H3. Suitable for specimen planting and coastal gardens, it flowers in spring and summer and requires fertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
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 'Canterbury Gold' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Shrubs
- Habit
- Compact upright shrub to 1.5 m high
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold'
- 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 'Canterbury Gold'?
Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' need?
Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' grows best in well-drained sandy or loamy soil soil. It prefers 6.0-7.0 soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' hardy in the UK?
Grevillea 'Canterbury Gold' 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 'Canterbury Gold'?
Seed, cuttings.
More in the Grevillea genus
- Grevillea 'Canberra Gem'spider flower 'Canberra Gem'
- Grevillea 'Poorinda Peter'
- Grevillea alba
- Grevillea arenaria
- Grevillea barklyana
- Grevillea fulgens
- Grevillea glauca
- Grevillea hilliana
