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Looking for the best grevillea types to add colour and life to your New Zealand garden? Grevilleas are a diverse group of shrubs and small trees native to Australia, prized for their stunning flowers, hardy nature, and appeal to birds and pollinators. Whether you’re searching for a compact grevillea for a sunny border or a statement shrub for your landscaping, you’ll find there’s a grevillea type suited for every situation. With hundreds of species and cultivars available, gardeners are spoilt for choice. On this page, we’ll help you explore popular grevillea types, how to choose the right variety, and some top picks well-suited for Kiwi gardens.

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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 catching and unusual red flowers attract birds and are complemented with handsome, fine and lush, mid-green foliage as it grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide. Grevillea Robin Hood is commonly included in a mixed planting, trimmed into a hedge, used for screening, added to a coastal garden, or planted to attract birds. It also makes a lovely specimen and is perfect for planting around living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, 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.

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 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 '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 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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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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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 'Bronze Rambler' plant with pink flowers.

Grevillea 'Bronze Rambler'

Grevillea 'Bronze Rambler' is a low growing evergreen shrub valued for its bronze tinted foliage and vibrant red flowers. Flowering over a long...

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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 'Gaudichaudii'

Grevillea 'Gaudichaudii' is a low growing evergreen shrub valued for its deeply divided foliage and striking red flowers. Flowering over a long...

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Rooting Hormone (Rooting Hormone)

Clonex is the preferred rooting hormone for nurseries across NZ and the world. It is the industry standard for rooting softwood, semi-hardwood, and...

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Enhanced Compost

The Plant Company Enhanced Compost has been supplemented with the right balance of both quick release and controlled release fertilisers. It can be...

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Bahco Grafting Knife

This grafting knife from Bacho is the industry standard for all types of grafting including cleft, side approach, and air layering. The design...

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Grevillea Robin Hood (Robin Hood Grevillea)

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Popular Grevillea Types for NZ Gardens

Grevilleas have gained popularity in New Zealand for their resilience and year-round floral displays. Some grevillea types grow as low, spreading groundcovers, while others form upright shrubs with vibrant blooms. Many varieties are also drought tolerant, making them ideal for local conditions.

Here are some crowd-favourite grevillea types you might consider:

Grevillea Crimson Villea

A standout among grevilleas for its fiery red blooms, Grevillea Crimson Villea (Crimson Villea Grevillea) is prized for compact growth and reliable flowering. It’s an excellent choice for bringing bold colour to borders and attracting nectar-loving birds.

Grevillea Elegance

For a touch of sophistication, Grevillea Elegance offers finely divided foliage and beautiful, delicate blossoms. This grevillea type works well as a feature plant or mixed shrub planting, thriving in full sun with well-draining soil.

Grevillea Superb

One of the most popular grevillea types, Grevillea Superb (Superb Grevillea) is renowned for its large, bright orange and pink flowers. Its medium size and handsome foliage make it perfect for hedging, screening, or standalone garden beds.

Grevillea victoriae Aurea

If you’re keen on golden hues, Grevillea victoriae Aurea delivers with yellow blooms and soft, silvery foliage. This type is well-suited for cooler climates and offers winter interest.

Grevillea Cherry Ripe

Grevillea Cherry Ripe (Cherry Ripe Grevillea) is a must if you want long-lasting cherry-red flowers paired with bushy growth. Ideal for using as a low hedge or container planting, it’s a popular choice for gardens that value colour and bird activity year-round.

Choosing the Right Grevillea Type

When browsing grevillea types, think about your garden’s conditions and desired effect. Consider the mature size, flower colour, and whether you want a low-maintenance shrub or a feature plant. Most grevilleas prefer a sunny position, free-draining soil, and benefit from regular pruning to maintain shape and vigour.

Grevillea Types: Versatile Garden Solutions

Grevillea types offer solutions for hedges, screens, specimen planting, or wildlife-friendly gardens. Their adaptability and vibrant flowers ensure you’ll find a variety to suit every site. Dive into our selection and discover grevillea types that will thrive in your landscape—bringing stunning form, spectacular colour, and activity to your Kiwi garden.


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