Grevillea Gaudichaudii is a dense Native Groundcover. Dark green leaves and Red Flowers. Spreads to 5M. Excellent sprawling Groundcover. Grows to 30cm
Fast-spreading native groundcover with dramatic impact.
Grevillea gaudichaudii is a beautiful, low-growing, prostrate shrub native to Australia. It is well-known for its striking foliage and vibrant flowers, making it a popular choice for ground cover in gardens.
Description:
- Foliage: Deep green, deeply lobed leaves with a fern-like appearance. The undersides of the leaves often have a silvery tone.
- Flowers: Produces clusters of bright red to deep pink spider-like flowers, rich in nectar, attracting birds and pollinators.
- Growth Habit: A spreading, prostrate shrub that forms a dense ground cover, growing about 0.3–0.5 meters (1–1.5 feet) high and spreading up to 3 meters (10 feet) wide.
- Flowering Season: Spring to early summer, though it may flower sporadically throughout the year in warmer climates.
Habitat & Distribution:
- Native to New South Wales, Australia, often found in rocky or sandy soils.
- Thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.
Cultivation & Care:
- Soil: Prefers sandy, well-drained soils; tolerates dry conditions once established.
- Watering: Drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering in dry spells.
- Sunlight: Best in full sun to partial shade.
- Pruning: Regular pruning can encourage denser growth.
- Propagation: Typically grown from cuttings rather than seeds.
Uses in Landscaping:
- Ideal as a ground cover to suppress weeds and prevent erosion.
- Works well in rock gardens and on embankments.
- Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies due to its nectar-rich flowers.
Cover large spaces with stunning Australian colour
Grevillea ‘Gaudichaudii’ creates an instant statement with its dramatic foliage and vivid red flowers sprawling naturally across the landscape. Tough, fast covering and visually unforgettable, it’s one of the best native groundcovers for bold Australian gardens.
