Overview
Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Grevillea, part of the Proteaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' 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 'Poorinda Gaye' is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Grevillea genus, which includes both shrubs and trees known for their alternate leaves and distinctive flowers with a vibrant calyx tube and prominent style. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained loam or sandy soil that is acid to neutral in pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, and Mediterranean climates. 'Poorinda Gaye' is best grown in fertile, well-drained soil and is propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings, offering seasonal interest in 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 'Poorinda Gaye' 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 'Poorinda Gaye'
- 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 'Poorinda Gaye'?
Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' need?
Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' hardy in the UK?
Grevillea 'Poorinda Gaye' 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 'Poorinda Gaye'?
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 glauca

- Grevillea hilliana
