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grevillea prostrate

Looking for stunning, low-maintenance groundcover? Grevillea prostrate forms are celebrated for their beautiful cascading habit, drought tolerance, and brilliant seasonal flowers. Much loved by New Zealand gardeners, this versatile native Australian groundcover is ideal for adding year-round structure, vibrant colour, and wildlife value to your landscaping. Whether you’re searching for ways to stabilise banks or seeking a showy mass-planting, grevillea prostrate offers both function and flair.

Grevillea prostrata 'Aurea' yellow flower.

Grevillea prostrata Aurea

Grevillea 'Prostrata Aurea' is a low growing evergreen shrub admired for its finely divided foliage and masses of golden yellow spider flowers that appear over a long flowering season. The nectar rich blooms attract birds and beneficial insects while adding vibrant colour to New Zealand gardens. This hardy spreading variety is ideal for ground cover, banks, rock gardens, and coastal landscapes where it provides year round interest.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Grevillea 'Ignite' plant.

Grevillea Ignite (Ignite Grevillea)

Grevillea Ignite, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a fast growing, dense shrub which is grown for its spikes of exquisite, bright red and yellow, spider-like flowers during winter and spring. These are held abreast of the fine, mid-green foliage as it grows to 75 cm tall and 1 m wide. Grevillea Ignite 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. It is also well suited to being maintained in a container or planted to brighten a dull spot in the garden.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 75 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Grevillea 'Gold Rush' is an eye catching evergreen shrub valued for its bright golden yellow flowers and fine foliage. Flowering over a long period...

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Grevillea 'Prostrate Gold'

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Grevillea Peaches and Cream (Grevillea Cream)

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Grevillea Lollypops, commonly known as the Spider Flower plant, produces showy clusters of spider-like, soft red and peach-coloured flowers through...

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Grevillea Ivanhoe (Ivanhoe Grevillea)

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Grevillea Winpara Gold (Winpara Gold Grevillea)

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Grevillea Molonglo (Grevillea juniperina Molonglo)

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Acacia baileyana prostrate, commonly known as Fernleaf Acacia, is a hardy, low growing form of the popular Cootamundra Wattle. Its fine silver grey...

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Grevillea Molly (Molly Grevillea)

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Why Grow Grevillea Prostrate

Grevillea prostrate varieties thrive in New Zealand’s varied conditions, tolerating poor soils, dry slopes, and coastal exposure. Their sprawling habits quickly cover bare ground, helping to control erosion and suppress weeds, making them excellent for difficult areas where turf or other groundcovers struggle. Once established, these groundcover grevilleas require little water, supporting sustainable, low-input gardens for busy lifestyles.

Attractive Features and Benefits

Beyond their robust performance, grevillea prostrate plants deliver year-round appeal. Their finely divided, often prickly foliage creates a lush mat, spilling over retaining walls or hugging the garden floor. In spring and summer, clusters of nectar-rich flowers in gold, red, pink, or bronze shades burst into bloom, attracting birds and beneficial insects to your garden. For those after golden highlights, Grevillea Prostrate Gold (Grevillea juniperina Prostrate Gold) is especially popular for its vivid yellow blossoms.

Choosing the Right Grevillea Prostrate Variety

With so many beautiful options, selecting the right grevillea prostrate can add the perfect touch to your plant palette. The reliable Grevillea Prostrate Gold (Grevillea juniperina Prostrate Gold) offers a compact spread and a luminous display. For dramatic bronze-red tones, Grevillea Bronze Rambler (Groundcover Grevillea) is a favourite with landscapers. Looking for something bolder? Grevillea Fanfare (Grevillea austraflora Fanfare) is renowned for its large, star-shaped flowers and dynamic growth. For coppery foliage and reliable coverage, Grevillea Copper Crest (Copper Crest Grevillea) stands out, while Grevillea Amazing Grace adds a touch of elegance to any garden.

Growing Tips for Grevillea Prostrate

Grevillea prostrate is undemanding, but it thrives in well-drained soils and a sunny position. Avoid overwatering—these plants are drought-hardy once settled. Light pruning after flowering encourages bushiness and more prolific blooms. Incorporate mulch to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and protect shallow roots.

Ideal Uses for Grevillea Prostrate in Your Garden

Plant grevillea prostrate as a weed-smothering groundcover under trees, on banks, or spilling over walls. They’re perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens, Mediterranean borders, low-maintenance commercial landscapes, and coastal planting schemes. Mass-plant along driveways or paths for a magnificent, low-care floral carpet that attracts native birds year-round.

Discover our full range of grevillea prostrate options, including standouts like Grevillea Prostrate Gold (Grevillea juniperina Prostrate Gold), Grevillea Fanfare (Grevillea austraflora Fanfare), or Grevillea Bronze Rambler (Groundcover Grevillea) to bring resilient colour and cover to your New Zealand garden.


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