Overview
Grevillea pteridifolia 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 pteridifolia 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 pteridifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae and is endemic to northern Australia. It is also known by many common names, including golden grevillea, silky grevillea, fern-leaved grevillea, golden parrot tree, golden tree, manbulu, yawuny and tjummula. It is a shrub or tree usually with pinnatisect leaves, and bright orange-yellow or reddish flowers. Grow it in full sun and well-drained sandy or loamy soil soil. In UK gardens it is half-hardy and may need winter protection in colder areas (RHS H3). It works well for specimen plant and coastal gardens. It tolerates 6.0-7.0 soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects.
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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 pteridifolia 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 pteridifolia
- 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 pteridifolia?
Grevillea pteridifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Grevillea pteridifolia need?
Grevillea pteridifolia 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 pteridifolia hardy in the UK?
Grevillea pteridifolia 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 pteridifolia?
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
