Overview

Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Grevillea, part of the Proteaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' 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 Regina' is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Grevillea genus, known for its shrubs and trees with alternate leaves and distinctive flowers lacking petals but featuring a vibrant calyx tube and prominent style. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained, fertile soil that can be loam or sand, with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, and Mediterranean climates, making it ideal for flower borders and wall-side borders. It flowers in spring and summer and is propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings.

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 Regina' 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 Regina'

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 Regina'?

Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' need?

Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' hardy in the UK?

Grevillea 'Poorinda Regina' 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 Regina'?

Semi-hardwood cuttings.

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