Botanical Name
Grevillea maccutcheonii
Common Name
MacCutcheon’s Grevillea
Description
MacCutcheon’s Grevillea is a distinctive native shrub renowned for its vibrant red spider flowers and unique foliage characteristics that creates beautiful displays in Australian gardens. This attractive species produces clusters of bright red toothbrush-like flowers that bloom prolifically, attracting honeyeaters and other nectar-feeding birds while providing excellent nectar sources. The distinctive foliage creates attractive evergreen coverage with unique characteristics that set it apart from other grevilleas. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade positions with good adaptability. Perfect for borders, native gardens, and areas where native shrubs with distinctive characteristics and reliable red flowering create memorable landscape displays.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
Height: 1.5-3 meters, Spread: 1.5-2.5 meters
Grevillea maccutcheonii naturally occurs in southeastern Australia, thriving in well-drained soils with excellent drainage and full sun to partial shade exposure in temperate to subtropical climates.
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