Lady O
R175,00
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Grevillea 'Lady O' is a hardy, fast-growing Australian native shrub known for its vibrant red, nectar-rich flowers that attract birds year-round; it loves full sun, needs well-draining soil, and thrives with low-phosphorus fertilizer, minimal water once established, and a light prune after flowering to maintain shape and density.
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun to light shade.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy, or loamy soils; avoids heavy clay.
- Water: Water well until established (1-2 years), then it's drought-tolerant; water less in winter, more in pots.
- Climate: Warm temperate to subtropical; tolerates light frost.
Care & Maintenance
- Fertilizer: Use a low-phosphorus native plant food in spring/autumn; avoid high-phosphorus fertilizers.
- Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to shape and encourage a denser habit.
- Pests/Diseases: Generally tough and resistant.
Uses
- Feature plant, hedge, screen, rockeries, or pots.
- Attracts honeyeaters, birds, bees, and butterflies.
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