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Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy'

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its bright red flowers and fine textured foliage. Flowering over a long period, it brings vibrant colour and attracts birds to New Zealand gardens. Its tidy growth habit makes it perfect for smaller spaces. Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' is ideal for borders, containers, and low maintenance planting.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:60 cm
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku11553

How to grow Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' in NZ

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' grows best in a sunny position with well drained soil. Choose a site with full sunlight and good airflow to maximise flowering and plant health. It performs well in coastal conditions and lighter soils. Avoid heavy wet soils or improve drainage before planting. Water regularly during establishment then reduce watering once plants are settled.

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' care tips

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' is easy to care for once established. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal watering. Avoid high phosphorus fertiliser as this can damage the plant. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact shape and encourages bushy growth. Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture while keeping it clear of the trunk.

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' size, spacing, and growth rate

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' typically grows to around 50 to 80 cm tall and spreads about 60 to 100 cm wide. Growth is moderate and plants develop into compact shrubs. When planting several plants allow around 50 to 70 cm between them so they have space to develop fully and maintain airflow.

Landscaping uses for Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy'

Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' is ideal for borders, containers, and low hedging. The bright flowers attract birds and provide long lasting colour. It works well in coastal gardens and mixed planting schemes. In New Zealand gardens it is often used for low maintenance planting and year round interest.

Why buy Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies premium quality Grevillea 'Little Drummer Boy' plants that are carefully grown for strong performance in New Zealand gardens. As NZs most trusted plant nursery we provide healthy plants, expert advice, and fast nationwide delivery. Our plants are selected for vigour and garden success so you can establish reliable and attractive plantings with confidence. When you buy from The Plant Company you receive quality plants backed by knowledgeable support.

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