Grevillea victoriae
Common name(s): royal grevillea
Description: evergreen shrub; one of the hardier members of the genus typically found at high elevation in SE Australia. Vigorous, rounded growth and elliptical, gray-green leaves with orange-red flower clusters in winter and early spring. Long-blooming and popular with hummingbirds.
Height: to 6 ft. Spread: to 8 ft.
Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil
Uses: ornamental, to attract pollinators
Winter Hardiness: to 10 F and below
Distribution: SE Australia (New South Wales, Victoria)
Care: no special care needed, Grevilleas are part of the Proteaceae family and have specialized roots that absorb micro-nutrients from the soil. In general, fertilizer should be avoided; phosphorous is especially toxic to Grevilleas.