Grevillea Superb

A well-deserved name for this hybrid Grevillea, Grevillea ‘Superb’ is a compact evergreen shrub grown for its long-lasting flowers and the lovely textural quality of its deeply divided, light green leaves. Large, cylindrical clusters of coral, pink and yellow flowers, up to 5 in. long (12 cm), are produced at the end of each branch, over most of the year.

A well-deserved name for this hybrid Grevillea, Grevillea 'Superb' is a compact evergreen shrub grown for its long-lasting flowers and the lovely textural quality of its deeply divided, light green leaves. Large, cylindrical clusters of coral, pink and yellow flowers, up to 5 in. long (12 cm), are produced at the end of each branch, over most of the year. They supply birds and hummingbirds with a copious supply of nectar. The flowers make excellent cut flowers. Reliable in a wide range of climates and soils, it is unusually frost hardy to 25°F (-3°C). 'Superb' is a hybrid Grevillea resulting from a cross between Grevillea bipinnatifida and Grevillea banksii.

  • Grows with a dense habit to 3-5 ft. tall and wide (90-150 cm).
  • Easily grown in acidic, well-drained soils in full sun or part shade. Drought tolerant once established. Use little to no Phosphorus fertilizer.
  • Deer resistant
  • Great as a specimen plant, hedge or screen, windbreak in Mediterranean gardens, coastal gardens and xeriscape gardens.
  • Virtually disease free and pest free.
  • Pruning is usually not required, but plants can tolerate moderate to heavy pruning if necessary.
  • Known to cause skin irritations on sensitive skin.
  • Native to Australia

Requirements

Hardiness 9
– 11

Heat Zones 9
– 12

Climate Zones 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Grevillea
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter
Height 3'
– 5'
(90cm
– 150cm)
Spread 3'
– 5'
(90cm
– 150cm)
Spacing 60″ (150cm)
Water Needs Low
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Deer, Drought
Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Wall-Side Borders
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden