Botanical Name
Grevillea ‘Metal Red’
Common Name
Metal Red Grevillea
Description
Grevillea ‘Metal Red’ is a striking, medium-sized shrub grown for its vivid metallic-red flowers and finely textured foliage. Reaching around 1.5 meters high, it forms a dense, rounded habit suited to use as a feature plant or informal hedge. Its deeply divided grey-green leaves provide a soft backdrop to the bold, spider-like flower clusters, which appear for much of the year, peaking in winter and spring. The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to birds, particularly honeyeaters, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Plant Category
Medium Shrubs
Size (H x W)
1.5 m × 1.5-2 m
Habitat
This cultivar thrives in well-drained soils and performs best in a sunny to lightly shaded position. Like most grevilleas, it prefers low-phosphorus soils and benefits from minimal fertiliser input. ‘Metal Red’ is well-suited to temperate and warm climates and shows good tolerance to light frosts once established. It is moderately drought-tolerant, making it ideal for low-water-use gardens, landscapes, and coastal plantings. Good air circulation and sharp drainage are essential to ensure long-term health, particularly in humid regions.
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