Grevillea hybrida ‘Big Red’
Make a bold statement with the vibrant flowers of Grevillea ‘Big Red’.
Grevillea hybrida ‘Big Red’ is a fast-growing Australian native shrub renowned for its spectacular large red spider flowers and lush green foliage. Flowering prolifically over many months, it provides a valuable nectar source for honeyeaters, bees and other beneficial wildlife while adding striking colour to the landscape. Hardy, drought tolerant once established and well suited to Melbourne’s climate, ‘Big Red’ is ideal for native gardens, informal screening, feature planting and low-maintenance landscapes where year-round impact is desired.
Plant Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Grevillea hybrida ‘Big Red’ |
| Common Name | Big Red Grevillea |
| Plant Type | Evergreen native shrub |
| Mature Height | 2–3 metres |
| Mature Width | 2–3 metres |
| Flower Colour | Large bright red spider flowers |
| Flowering Season | Most of the year, with peak flowering from autumn through spring |
| Foliage | Dense, attractive green foliage |
| Position | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-drained soils |
| Water Requirements | Low once established |
| Frost Tolerance | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent once established |
| Wildlife Friendly | Highly attractive to nectar-feeding birds, bees and pollinators |
Why You’ll Love It
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Huge red flowers | Creates a spectacular display of bold colour for months. |
| Bird attracting | A magnet for honeyeaters and other native wildlife. |
| Fast growing | Quickly fills gardens with colour and structure. |
| Drought tolerant | Perfect for water-wise and Australian native gardens. |
| Evergreen habit | Provides year-round foliage and garden interest. |
| Low maintenance | Thrives with minimal care once established. |
