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grevillea in pots

If you’re searching for a stunning, low-maintenance plant that thrives in New Zealand gardens, growing grevillea in pots is an excellent choice. Known for their beautiful, nectar-rich flowers and evergreen foliage, grevilleas add year-round colour and attract native birds such as tui and bellbirds to your patio, deck, or balcony. Potted grevilleas are ideal for small spaces, courtyards, and even as feature plants in larger gardens, offering versatility and an easy-care option for every plant lover.

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Grevillea Clearview David (Clearview David Grevillea)

Grevillea Clearview David, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a fast-growing shrub renowned for its striking flowers and great foliage. Showy clusters of red and cream, spider-like flowers are borne from late winter through spring, and sporadically through the rest of the year. They flowers are complemented with fine, dark green leaves as it grows to 2 m tall and the same wide. Grevillea Clearview David is commonly included in mixed plantings, added to Mediterranean themed gardens, used for hedging or screening, planted as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown around pool and other living areas, or mass planted on a bank or the like for a magical display.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Grevillea Gold Rush (Gold Rush Grevillea)

Grevillea Gold Rush, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a fast-growing shrub renowned for its striking flowers and great foliage. Showy clusters of yellow flowers with a red streak are borne through spring and summer. They are great for attracting nectar feeding birds, and complemented with fine, dark green leaves as it grows to 1.2 m tall and the same wide. Grevillea Gold Rush is commonly included in mixed plantings, added to Mediterranean themed gardens, used for hedging, grown around pool and other living areas, or mass planted on a bank or the like for a magical display.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 1.20 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Grevillea Eureka

Grevillea 'Eureka' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its striking yellow and pink spider-like flowers. Blooming from spring through summer, it...

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Grevillea Cream and Green (Cream and Green Grevillea)

Grevillea Cream and Green, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a vigorous, rounded shrub renowned for its lovely foliage and pretty, spider-like...

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Grevillea Robin Hood (Robin Hood Grevillea)

Grevillea hookeriana Robin Hood is an attractive, sprawling shrub that carries large and spider-like flowers through most of the year. The eye...

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Grevillea Fireworks (Fireworks Grevillea)

Grevillea Fireworks, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a fast-growing shrub renowned for its striking flowers and great foliage. Showy clusters of...

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Grevillea Red Clusters (Red Clusters Grevillea)

Grevillea Red Clusters is a fast-growing shrub renowned for its striking flowers and great foliage. Showy clusters of red, spider-like flowers are...

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Grevillea Gaudichaudii (Grevillea x gaudichaudii)

Grevillea Gaudichaudii, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a hardy and attractive groundcover plant. Attractive, dark green and purple tinted...

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Grevillea 'Bronze Rambler' plant with pink flowers.

Grevillea Bronze Rambler (Groundcover Grevillea)

Grevillea Bronze Rambler, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a colourful, prostrate shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. The flowers produced...

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Grevillea poorinda 'Royal Mantle' dark pink flowers with lush, green foliage.

Grevillea 'Royal Mantle'

Grevillea 'Royal Mantle' is a vigorous groundcover Grevillea known for its sprawling habit and masses of brilliant red spider like flowers. Flowering...

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Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha' pink flowers amidst dark green foliage.

Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha'

Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha' is a popular evergreen groundcover shrub admired for its dense, spreading habit and masses of pink and cream...

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2.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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3.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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1.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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0.51 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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PB8 Planter Bags (Potting Bags For Plants)

These PB8 planter bags are 125 microns thick and hold 4.5 litres of potting mix. They are durable and won’t rip which makes them great for handling...

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Grevillea Clearview David (Clearview David Grevillea)

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Why Grow Grevillea in Pots?

Choosing to grow grevillea in pots brings several advantages. These Australian natives tolerate a range of conditions, from coastal winds to dry spells, making them perfect candidates for container gardening. Pots ensure excellent drainage and allow you to move your grevillea to capture the best sun or shelter it from harsh winter weather. Planted in the right compost with a slow-release, low-phosphorus fertiliser, grevilleas reward you with prolific blooms and lush growth, even in confined spaces.

Best Types of Grevillea for Pots

Fortunately, there are many compact grevillea varieties well-suited to container life. Popular choices include:

Choosing one or combining several of these varieties in containers can offer continuous interest and support local wildlife year-round.

Planting and Caring for Grevillea in Pots

For success with grevillea in pots, begin with a high-quality, free-draining potting mix. Position your pot in a sunny spot with at least six hours of light daily. When planting, select a pot at least 30cm wide and deep, with generous drainage holes. Water your grevillea sparingly, allowing the mix to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid over-fertilising; a native plant fertiliser applied in spring is sufficient. Pruning lightly after flowering helps maintain its shape and promotes fresh growth.

Common Questions About Grevillea in Pots

If you’re wondering whether growing grevillea in pots suits your space or garden style, the answer is almost always yes. With the right care and position, grevillea in pots are tough, colourful, and rewarding. They are naturally tolerant of pests and diseases and perfect for busy gardeners or those who want bird-friendly colour without fuss.

Grevillea’s compact size, showy flowers, and hardiness make them an outstanding option for Kiwi gardens. Explore our full range of Grevillea Firecracker (Firecracker Grevillea), Grevillea White Wings (White Wings Grevillea), and other varieties to find the perfect grevillea for your pots today.


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