Grevillea 'Aussie Crawl' is a good groundcover plant

Grevillea hybrid ‘Aussie Crawl’

A hardy ground cover Grevillea that can spread to 3 metres in width. It has red toothbrush flowers in winter and spring, with spot flowers possible at other times. The deep green deeply lobed foliage is attractive, and is highlighted by bronze new growth, the dense habit deters weed growth.  Best in a sunny spot in well drained acid to neutral soils. Frost and drought tolerant once established. Dislikes excess humidity. One parent is Grevillea laurifolia.

Note – some grevilleas can cause skin irritation to some people. If you are affected wear protective clothing when handling grevilleas

 

 


Plant Information

Plant Type - Small shrub, Ground cover
Common Name - Grevillea
Scientific Name - Grevillea hybrid
Family - Proteaceae
Cultivar Name - Aussie Crawl
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 0.2
Maximum Height - 0.3
Minimum Width - 2
Maximum Width - 3
Flower Colour - Red
Flowering Time - Spring, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral
Soil Type - Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing, Flower garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Groundcover
Special Uses -
Attracts Wildlife - Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects
Angus Cultivar -