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Scarlet Sprite Grevillea
Grevillea 'Scarlet Sprite'
Pronunciation: grev-ILL-ee-uh rose-ma-ree-nee-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #08419
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall, 5 to 6 ft. wide.
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| Description | Deep rose flowers adorn the finely textured, needle-like foliage of this evergreen shrub in winter and spring. Tough, drought-resistant, and loved by birds. Its compact growth is great for use as a barrier, for screening or as a hedge plant, and will take easily to slopes and banks. |
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| Bloom Time | Heaviest bloom in winter and spring. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Border, Hedge, Hillside |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Plumbago (Plumbago); Cape Honeysuckle (Tecomaria); Rock Rose (Cistus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); |
| Care Instructions | Adapts to a variety of soils with excellent drainage. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system, taking care not to overwater. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Feed sparingly in spring; avoid high phosphorus fertilizers. Prune for compact growth. |
Details
| Description | Deep rose flowers adorn the finely textured, needle-like foliage of this evergreen shrub in winter and spring. Tough, drought-resistant, and loved by birds. Its compact growth is great for use as a barrier, for screening or as a hedge plant, and will take easily to slopes and banks. |
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| Bloom Time | Heaviest bloom in winter and spring. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Border, Hedge, Hillside |
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| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Plumbago (Plumbago); Cape Honeysuckle (Tecomaria); Rock Rose (Cistus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); |
Care
| Care Instructions | Adapts to a variety of soils with excellent drainage. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system, taking care not to overwater. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Feed sparingly in spring; avoid high phosphorus fertilizers. Prune for compact growth. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Scarlet Sprite Grevillea produce flowers?
Heaviest bloom in winter and spring.
Is Scarlet Sprite Grevillea evergreen or deciduous?
Scarlet Sprite Grevillea is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Scarlet Sprite Grevillea?
Scarlet Sprite Grevillea is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds.
Is Scarlet Sprite Grevillea resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Scarlet Sprite Grevillea grow?
Scarlet Sprite Grevillea has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Scarlet Sprite Grevillea in my landscape?
Scarlet Sprite Grevillea is suitable for: Barrier, Border, Hedge, Hillside.
What color are Scarlet Sprite Grevillea flowers?
Scarlet Sprite Grevillea produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Scarlet Sprite Grevillea?
Scarlet Sprite Grevillea has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Scarlet Sprite Grevillea?
Good companion plants for Scarlet Sprite Grevillea include: Plumbago (Plumbago); Cape Honeysuckle (Tecomaria); Rock Rose (Cistus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum);.
How do I care for Scarlet Sprite Grevillea?
Adapts to a variety of soils with excellent drainage. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system, taking care not to overwater. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Feed sparingly in spring; avoid high phosphorus fertilizers. Prune for compact growth.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.