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Grevillea 'Scarlet Sprite'
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Comments, Features & Uses:
A vigorous small shrub with a rounded habit and stiff branches that give the plant a spikey appearance. The leaves are needle-like and dark green and deep crimson tube-shaped flowers appear in clusters from late Winter through to Spring. Popular choice for parks and gardens as a screen or barrier plant due to its prickliness, and may be trimmed to form an informal hedge. Also good in rockeries or as potted specimens.
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Naturally Occurring:
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A form of Grevillea rosmarinifolia.
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Dimensions:
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1m h x 1m w
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Aspect:
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Prefers an open sunny position and is suitable for inland regions as it prefers low humidity. |
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Not suitable for coastal plantings.
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Soil Requirements:
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- Tolerates a range of soils
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soils
- Dislikes wet feet
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Moisture Requirements:
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Good regular watering required during establishment. Prefers drier conditions once established and very hardy. |
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Temperature Range:
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Tolerates moderate frosts.
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Responds well to annual pruning following flowering to maintain compact bushy growth. Grevilleas dislike high levels of Phosphorus but respond well to a light application of soluble Nitrogen fertiliser.
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Pests and Diseases:
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No specific pest or disease problems.
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Spacing Guide:
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0.5m apart. |
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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140mm and 200mm
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