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grevillea tree

The grevillea tree is a stunning addition to New Zealand gardens, renowned for its elegant, feathery foliage and showy flower clusters that attract native birds and pollinators. With their adaptability and vibrant blossoms, grevillea trees offer year-round interest and are perfect for creating quick privacy screens, shelterbelts, or striking specimen features in any landscape. Whether you’re searching for a fast-growing option or something more petite for a smaller backyard, grevilleas come in a wide range of sizes, colours, and forms to suit every gardening style.

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.

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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
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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 attracts nectar-feeding birds to your garden. With its vibrant foliage and unique flowers, 'Eureka' adds a splash of colour to any landscape.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 75 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Grevillea 'Fireworks'

Grevillea 'Fireworks' is a spectacular evergreen shrub admired for its finely divided foliage and vivid spider flowers that appear over an extended...

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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...

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Grevillea 'Gold Rush'

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 'Cream and Green'

Grevillea 'Cream and Green' is an attractive evergreen shrub known for its soft cream flowers and lush green foliage. Flowering over a long period...

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Grevillea 'Red Clusters'

Grevillea 'Red Clusters' is a vibrant evergreen shrub that produces masses of rich red flower clusters throughout the year. Its fine foliage and...

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Grevillea 'Clearview David'

Grevillea 'Clearview David' is a vigorous evergreen shrub known for its attractive foliage and masses of soft coloured flowers. Flowering over a long...

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Magnolia liliiflora Nigra (Magnolia Tree Nigra)

Magnolia liliiflora Nigra, commonly known as Black Lily, is a stunning tree that bears masses of large and showy, purple flowers from late winter...

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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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Tree Fertiliser (Tree Fertiliser)

Using tree fertiliser results in plants having better quality foliage, more profuse flowering, stronger stems, and a much healthier and brighter...

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Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree)

Acer platanoides Princeton Gold is a variety of the commonly known, Plane-Leaved Maple, and is a medium sized tree with fantastic foliage. The leaves...

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Melia azedarach tree.
Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach (Bead Tree, White Cedar) is a graceful deciduous tree valued for its attractive fern like foliage, fragrant clusters of lilac...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

Magnolia Margaret Helen is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, rose-pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These are...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Magnolia Deryk (Magnolia Tree Deryk)

Magnolia Deryk is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, dark red-purple flowers from late winter until early spring. The flowers are...

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Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree) is a spectacular deciduous tree prized for its striking flushes of vibrant pink foliage that mature through...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Ulmus Lobel (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus Lobel is a variety of Dutch Elm tree grown for its colourful foliage and narrow form. The leaves emerge a fresh green colour in spring, age to...

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Fruit Tree Fertiliser (Fruit Tree Fertiliser)

Fruiting plants respond well to fruit tree fertiliser with better quality produce, higher yields, and a much healthier and brighter looking plant...

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Tree Guards (Tree Guards)

Our tree guards and plant shelters are bio-degradable products that are perfect for using in riparian areas and other exposed positions. They are...

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Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' trees with yellow foliage in autumn.
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' (Tulip Tree)

Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, also known as the Upright Tulip Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree admired for its narrow, columnar form. It...

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Cloth Tree Tie

These soft ties are used for trees, tomatoes, and other plants you wish to keep securely fastened without causing any damage to the plant. Each roll...

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Palm Tree Fertiliser (Palm Tree Fertiliser)

Choosing the correct Palm tree fertiliser is essential for producing better quality foliage, stronger fronds, and a much healthier and brighter...

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Jute Tree Tie

The Jute Tree Tie is non-abrasive and very popular because it wont cause tree damage. The 50 mm wide fabric is heavy duty and designed to support...

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A large Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa tree).
Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa Tree)

Beilschmiedia tawa, commonly known as the Tawa Tree, is a tall and graceful evergreen native to New Zealand. It is admired for its straight trunk...

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Grevillea Moonlight (Moonlight Grevillea)

Grevillea Moonlight is a vigorous, rounded shrub renowned for lovely foliage and amazing, spider-like flowers. The showy flowers produced from winter...

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Grevillea baileyana tree with masses of cream-coloured flowers.
Grevillea baileyana

Grevillea baileyana is a tree grown for its bird-attracting flowers and lovely foliage. The dark green foliage is large and lush with a rusty-red...

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Grevillea Superb shrub with beautiful and showy, red-orange flowers.
Grevillea Superb (Superb Grevillea)

Grevillea Superb is an evergreen shrub featuring showy clusters of exquisite and colourful flowers. The unusual flowers are bright red and orange...

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Grevillea robusta

Grevillea robusta (Southern Silky Oak) is a tall, fast growing tree valued for its fern like foliage and striking golden flowers. It brings a...

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Grevillea 'Firecracker' plant.
Grevillea Firecracker (Firecracker Grevillea)

Grevillea Firecracker is a low growing shrub, grown for its flowering and foliage. It produces mass of orange and yellow flowers during winter and...

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Grevillea Splendour plant with rose-red flowers.
Grevillea Splendour (Splendour Grevillea)

Grevillea Splendour is an evergreen shrub featuring showy clusters of colourful flowers. The unusual flowers are bright red, and produced almost...

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You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Grevillea, Magnolia, and Sorbus, or related Categories - Groundcover Plants, Evergreen Shrubs, and Deciduous Trees.

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Why Choose a Grevillea Tree?

Grevillea trees are celebrated for their hardiness and minimal maintenance requirements. These Australian natives thrive in New Zealand’s mild climate and tolerate coastal winds, drought, and poor soils once established. From gardens to lifestyle blocks, grevillea trees are a favourite for their ability to add vibrant colour and texture, particularly during the cooler months when other plants may be resting.

Popular Grevillea Tree Varieties in New Zealand

One outstanding species is Grevillea barklyana, which stands out as a tall, graceful tree with cascading leaves and impressive reddish-mauve flowers through autumn and winter. If you’re after hedging or screening, Grevillea Gold Rush (Gold Rush Grevillea) brings golden blooms and dense foliage, making it ideal for privacy alongside pathways or boundaries.

For gardeners looking to cover more ground, Grevillea Fanfare (Grevillea austraflora Fanfare) is a unique groundcover with its low-growing habit and eye-catching spider flowers. Those seeking distinctive shrubs will appreciate standout cultivars like Grevillea poorinda Rondeau (Rondeau Grevillea) and Grevillea Tranquillity (Tranquillity Grevillea), both excellent companions for any grevillea tree selection.

Planting and Caring for a Grevillea Tree

Site your grevillea tree in full sun or partial shade, ensuring the soil is well-draining. These trees dislike wet feet, so raised beds or sloping sites are best if you have heavy clay or soggy ground. Water well when first planted, then reduce irrigation as your grevillea establishes. A light tip prune after flowering encourages bushiness and even more blooms the following season.

Grevilleas prefer low-phosphorus fertilisers, so opt for blends designed for native plants. Mulching around the base will keep roots cool and preserve moisture, but leave room around the trunk to prevent rot.

Grevillea Tree Benefits and Garden Uses

Beyond their beauty, grevillea trees are perfect for creating wildlife-friendly gardens. Their nectar-rich flowers are magnets for tūī, bellbirds, and bees, supporting local biodiversity. Create a layered garden by planting smaller shrubs such as Grevillea Gold Rush (Gold Rush Grevillea) or groundcovers like Grevillea Fanfare (Grevillea austraflora Fanfare) beneath your grevillea tree for a naturalistic look and all-season interest.

Whether you’re aiming for drought-tolerance, long-lasting flowers, or low-maintenance landscaping, the grevillea tree is a top choice for New Zealand gardens. Explore our full range—including favourites like Grevillea barklyana—and bring a burst of colour and life into your outdoor space.

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