Grevillea ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’
Grevillea ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’ is a compact, colourful native shrub adored for its bright yellow and red bi-coloured flowers that bloom prolifically throughout the year. Its fine foliage, tidy size, and exceptional hardiness make it perfect for small gardens, native landscapes, and wildlife-friendly designs.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Grevillea ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’
✔ Striking bi-coloured flowers - Produces brilliant yellow and red blooms almost year-round.
✔ Compact, neat growth habit - Ideal for smaller spaces, borders, and pots.
✔ Highly attractive to wildlife - Nectar-rich flowers draw in honeyeaters, bees, and butterflies.
✔ Hardy and drought tolerant - Performs well in challenging Australian conditions.
✔ Low-maintenance shrub - Stays tidy with minimal pruning or care.
🏡 How to Use Grevillea ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’ in Your Garden
✅ Colourful feature shrub - Perfect for adding a cheerful pop of colour in garden beds.
✅ Native and wildlife gardens - Supports year-round food sources for pollinators and birds.
✅ Small gardens or courtyards - Its compact size makes it ideal where space is limited.
✅ Mixed borders and pathways - Fine foliage and bright flowers create soft, vibrant edging.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 80cm to 1 metre apart for a fuller display or low informal hedge. Planting more closely creates quicker coverage.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy, especially since Grevilleas prefer low-phosphorus soils.
❔ FAQs About Grevillea ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’
How big does this Grevillea grow?
It usually reaches 1 to 1.2 metres high and wide, forming a compact, rounded shrub.
Does it flower for most of the year?
Yes, it produces bright red and yellow blooms for extended periods, often year-round in warm climates.
Is it easy to prune?
A light prune once or twice a year helps maintain its neat shape and encourages flowering.
Can it grow in full sun?
Yes, it thrives in full sun and can tolerate part shade, though flowering is best with ample sunlight.
Is it suitable for pots?
Absolutely, its compact size and tidy growth make it a fantastic choice for containers.
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