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(Grevillea humilis)
Humble Grevillea (Grevillea humilis)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Stow, Ohio
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 27" - 64" | 39" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 78°F - 86°F | 82°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 33°F - 50°F | 17°F | Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant | Too cold |
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.
Summary
Grevillea humilis, commonly known as Humble Grevillea, is an evergreen shrub native to the sclerophyll forests and coastal plains of southeastern Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Victoria. It typically grows to a height and width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters), presenting a compact and rounded habit. The plant is adorned with delicate pink to red flowers from late winter to summer, which are moderately showy and attract nectar-feeding birds. The foliage is fine and needle-like, adding textural interest to the garden.
Humble Grevillea is valued for its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens and xeriscaping. It is often used in rockeries, as a low hedge, or in mixed shrub borders. This shrub thrives in well-drained soils, preferably acidic to neutral, and benefits from full sun to partial shade exposure. While generally pest-resistant, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. It is also frost-tolerant, making it suitable for a range of garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0
Humble Grevillea is valued for its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens and xeriscaping. It is often used in rockeries, as a low hedge, or in mixed shrub borders. This shrub thrives in well-drained soils, preferably acidic to neutral, and benefits from full sun to partial shade exposure. While generally pest-resistant, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. It is also frost-tolerant, making it suitable for a range of garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 1.5-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Very Low, Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Sclerophyll forests and coastal plains of southeastern Australia
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: Grevillea humilis
GBIF Accepted Name: Grevillea humilis Makinson