Overview
Grevillea 'Chatsworth Lorran' 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 'Chatsworth Lorran' 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 'Chatsworth Lorran' is a compact, upright evergreen shrub growing up to 1.5 metres tall. As a member of the Grevillea genus, it features the characteristic alternate leaves and distinctive flowers with a vibrant calyx tube and prominent style, typically 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, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing aspect. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable as a specimen plant or for coastal gardens, offering 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.
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 'Chatsworth Lorran' 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 'Chatsworth Lorran'
- 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 'Chatsworth Lorran'?
Grevillea 'Chatsworth Lorran' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Grevillea 'Chatsworth Lorran' need?
Grevillea 'Chatsworth Lorran' 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 'Chatsworth Lorran' hardy in the UK?
Grevillea 'Chatsworth Lorran' 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 'Chatsworth Lorran'?
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
