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Plant Care
White's grevillea
(Grevillea whiteana)
Also Known As
White's grevillea, White grevillea, White spider flower
About This Plant
Grevillea whiteana is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall and 2 meters wide. The leaves are narrow and up to 20 cm long. The flowers are white and appear in clusters from late winter to spring. The plant is native to Australia.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Grows up to 3 meters tall and 2 meters wide (9-10 feet tall and 6-7 feet wide).
Light Requirements
Grevillea whiteana prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.
Humidity Needs
Grevillea whiteana prefers low humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
The plant does not require much fertilization. Apply a slow-release fertilizer in spring and fall.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune the plant after flowering to maintain its shape. Remove any dead or damaged branches.
Common Pests and Diseases
Grevillea whiteana is generally pest and disease resistant.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation.
Watering Schedule
The plant needs regular watering during the first year after planting. After that, it can tolerate drought. Water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season.
Temperature Range
The plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from 20°C to 40°C (68°F to 104°F). It can also tolerate light frost.
Growing Season
The growing season for Grevillea whiteana is from late winter to spring.
Growing Difficulty Level
Grevillea whiteana is moderately difficult to grow. It requires well-draining soil and regular watering during the first year after planting.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Grevillea whiteana is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Did You Know?
The flowers of Grevillea whiteana are an important food source for honeyeaters and other nectar-feeding birds in Australia.
