Overview
Grevillea glauca is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Grevillea, part of the Proteaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Grevillea glauca grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, mediterranean climate plants, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.
About
Grevillea glauca is a bushy, evergreen cultivar within the Grevillea genus, which includes both shrubs and trees known for their alternate leaves and distinctive flowers without petals. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered positions with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are acid to neutral in pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, and Mediterranean climates. Grevillea glauca is best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings and offers seasonal interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Grevillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Grevillea glauca size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Mediterranean climate plants, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Grevillea glauca
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Grevillea glauca?
Grevillea glauca prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Grevillea glauca need?
Grevillea glauca grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Grevillea glauca hardy in the UK?
Grevillea glauca has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Grevillea glauca?
Semi-hardwood 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 hilliana
- Grevillea juniperinajuniper-leaf grevillea
