Long John Grevillea
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking year-round texture and wildlife appeal.
The Long John Grevillea is an adaptable, open, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub that develops an airy, upright form, making it an excellent textural accent in the landscape. It produces large, rose-pink, spidery flower clusters from late winter through late spring, which are suitable for cutting arrangements. This plant features long, finely cut, narrow, ferny foliage that remains green year-round. It is considered a relatively low-maintenance specimen that attracts birds and butterflies while offering good deer resistance. It thrives in full sun and prefers average to moist soil conditions.
$54.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2693
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
+26%
Above average
Mature Height
15
/ feet
Who it's for
- Wildlife gardeners looking to attract hummingbirds
- Water-conscious gardeners in arid climates
- Homeowners needing fast-growing privacy screens
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance, general-purpose fertilizers
- Owners of small gardens with limited space
- Minimalists wanting a mess-free patio area
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Spidery blooms act as a reliable magnet for local birds and butterflies.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention once established in the right landscape conditions.
Deer Resistance
Sturdy foliage provides a strong defense against common garden browsing pests.
Visual Texture
Ferny, narrow leaves create a sophisticated, airy silhouette year-round.
Floral Utility
Unique rose-pink clusters offer a striking, long-lasting addition to cut arrangements.
Growth Versatility
Large mature size demands significant space for this upright, multi-stemmed shrub.
Key Specs
Mature Height
15 feet
Mature Width
12 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Bloom Time
Late Winter to Late Spring
Hardiness Zone
9a
Soil Type
Most well drained soils
Water Requirements
Average to Moist
Features
- Showy rose-pink spidery flowers
- Flowers are excellent for cutting
- Attractive green foliage emerges chartreuse
- Highly ornamental grassy leaves
- Attracts birds and butterflies
- Deer resistant
- Upright, airy form
- Low maintenance
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Long John Grevillea for its exceptional quality upon purchase and its remarkable reliability in the landscape. Buyers frequently note the plant's vigorous growth and impressive drought tolerance once established, making it a low maintenance favorite. The vibrant, unique blooms are a major draw, delivering significant aesthetic value. While the initial price point is sometimes mentioned, the plant's long term hardiness and minimal care requirements solidify its reputation as a worthwhile investment for waterwise gardens.
Know before you buy
At maturity, this shrub reaches a height of 15 feet and a width of 12 feet. Because of its upright, airy form, it works well as a textural accent or a large-scale screen in the landscape.
Yes, the Long John Grevillea is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, this variety is generally avoided by deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens in areas with high wildlife activity.
This plant requires full sun to perform its best and produce its signature spidery blooms. It is adaptable to most well-drained soils, preferring conditions that range from average to consistently moist.
Absolutely. The rose-pink, spidery flower clusters are excellent for cutting and hold up well in floral arrangements, allowing you to bring the beauty of your garden indoors from late winter through late spring.
The Long John Grevillea is hardy in zone 9a. If you live in a region with colder winters, you may need to provide protection or consider a different variety, as it is not frost-tolerant.
It is a relatively low-maintenance plant. Once established, it primarily requires regular watering to keep the soil appropriately moist and occasional pruning if you wish to maintain a specific shape or size.
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