Plant Database
Scarlet Sprite Rosemary Grevillea
Grevillea rosmarinifolia ‘Scarlet Sprite’
Scarlet Sprite Rosemary Grevillea is a compact, fine-textured shrub that resembles rosemary in leaf but offers a spectacular floral bonus. Its narrow, needle-like foliage is a rich green, forming a dense, rounded mound. Throughout the year, and especially in spring, it becomes dotted with clusters of vivid scarlet-red, spider-like flowers that contrast beautifully with the foliage. This tough, adaptable plant is ideal for creating a low, water-wise hedge, adding structure to borders, or planting in containers where its neat habit and colorful blooms can be appreciated.
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Rosemary-Like Foliage & Scarlet Blooms: Combines attractive, fine, rosemary-like evergreen leaves with bright red flowers for multi-season interest.
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Dense, Compact, Rounded Habit: Naturally forms a very tidy, rounded shrub that requires minimal pruning to maintain its shape, perfect for formal or informal settings.
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Extended Blooming & Bird Friendly: Flowers sporadically throughout the year with a spring peak, providing nectar for small birds and insects.
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Highly Drought & Heat Tolerant: Once established, it thrives with minimal summer water and excels in hot, sunny, well-drained locations.
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Superior Hedge & Border Plant: An excellent, low-maintenance alternative to traditional hedge plants like boxwood, offering the bonus of colorful flowers.