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

Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha'

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Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha' is a popular evergreen groundcover shrub admired for its dense, spreading habit and masses of pink and cream spider like flowers. Flowering for much of the year, it attracts bees and birds, adding life and colour to the garden.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Grevillea 'Fireworks' red and yellow flowers amidst fine, green foliage.

Grevillea 'Fireworks'

Grevillea 'Fireworks' is a spectacular evergreen shrub admired for its finely divided foliage and vivid spider flowers that appear over an extended flowering season. The bright nectar rich blooms attract birds and beneficial insects while adding vibrant colour to New Zealand gardens.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Grevillea Copper Crest (Copper Crest Grevillea)

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Grevillea lanigera (Lanigera)

Grevillea lanigera is a low growing, evergreen shrub featuring showy clusters of colourful flowers. The unusual flowers are pink, crimson and cream...

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Grevillea Fanfare (Grevillea austraflora Fanfare)

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Grevillea Winpara Gold (Winpara Gold Grevillea)

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Grevillea Ivanhoe (Ivanhoe Grevillea)

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Grevillea Molly (Molly Grevillea)

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Grevillea lanigera 'Mt Tamboritha'

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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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