
Another brilliant low growing species, Grevillea thelemanniana is available as a prostrate form as well as the species itself.
From the coastal areas of Western Australia, the species will reach around 1 metre in height, the prostrate form around .5 metres.
The bright red flowers attract bees and birds to the garden, and with attractive foliage this is a good ground cover plant for any sunny garden.
Forms
- Grevillea thelemanniana ‘Baby’ is a prostrate form.
- Green Gem is a form with greener foliage.
- Min Marvel is another low growing form with a dense growth habit.
Care
Plant Grevillea thelemanniana in a well drained humus rich soil in a sunny position. This is species that will withstand moist soils over winter,
Summary Information
- Botanical Name – Grevillea thelemanniana
- Common Name – Spider Net Grevillea.
- Family – Proteaceae
- Height – Around 1 metres – depending on form.
- Spread – To around 3 metres.
- Position – Full Sun to a little afternoon shade.
- Soil – Well drained, clay to sandy.
- Flowers – Brilliant Red.
- Flowering Time – Winter to Spring.
- Foliage – Mid to deep green.
- Frost tolerant – Light to medium frosts only.
- Drought tolerant – Yes once established.
Grevillea thelemanniana is available for sale from the following nurseries
BRENLISSA FUCHSIA NURSERY -PH 0438393578.
862 Midland Highway Mount Rowan Vic 3352
We offer over 245 varieties of Fuchsia, tubestock, pots, baskets and standards. Mail order specialists. Open 7 days by appointment.
www.brenlissaonlinenursery.com.au
862 Midland Highway Mount Rowan Vic 3352
We offer over 245 varieties of Fuchsia, tubestock, pots, baskets and standards. Mail order specialists. Open 7 days by appointment.
www.brenlissaonlinenursery.com.au
GARDEN EXPRESS - phone :1300 606 242
470 Monbulk-Silvan Road Monbulk VIC 3793
"Guaranteed mail order flowering bulbs, perennials, roses, trees, landscaping plants, garden accessories and community fundraising Austra lia-wide."
www.gardenexpress.com.au
470 Monbulk-Silvan Road Monbulk VIC 3793
"Guaranteed mail order flowering bulbs, perennials, roses, trees, landscaping plants, garden accessories and community fundraising Austra lia-wide."
www.gardenexpress.com.au