Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel': A Delightful Display in a Small Package
Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' lives up to its charming name, offering a captivating display in a compact form. This low-growing shrub is a hybrid of Grevillea alpina and rosmarinifolia, inheriting the best qualities of both parents. It boasts profuse blooms of red and gold throughout most of the year, adding a touch of colour even in the cooler months.
A Haven for Busy Bees and Beautiful Butterflies
The vibrant flowers of Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' aren't just beautiful – they're a beacon for pollinators. The nectar-rich blooms attract a variety of bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, adding a touch of life and movement to your garden. Its evergreen foliage, with a rosemary-like appearance, provides a lovely contrast to the colourful flowers and offers year-round interest.
A Tough Aussie Thriving in Most Conditions
This versatile and hardy grevillea is a true Australian native. It thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soils. Whether you have sandy soil or well-drained clay, Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' will adapt and flourish. Tolerant of drought and light frost, this little shrub is a great choice for a variety of garden settings, including coastal areas.
Planting and Maintaining Your Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel'
Planting your Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' is a breeze. Choose a location with well-draining soil and water it regularly during the first few months of establishment. Once established, it's quite drought tolerant. Light pruning after flowering can help maintain a bushy shape and encourage even more blooms.
Perfect for Containers, Borders, and Beyond
With its compact size, continuous flowering, and low-maintenance needs, Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' is a perfect addition to any garden. Here are some ideas to showcase its beauty:
- Container planting: This grevillea thrives in pots, making it a great choice for balconies, patios, or smaller gardens.
- Border edging: Line your garden beds with Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' for a pop of colour and to attract pollinators.
- Rock gardens: This little shrub is well-suited for rock gardens, adding a splash of colour and complementing other drought-tolerant plants.
- Mass planting: Plant several Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' together for a stunning display of colour and to create a low-growing groundcover.
A Grevillea to Bring Joy to Your Garden
Grevillea ‘Charlie's Angel' is a true all-rounder. With its compact size, vibrant blooms, and easy-care nature, it's sure to bring joy to your garden for years to come. So why not add a touch of angelic charm to your garden today?
