Grevillea ‘Gin Gin Gem’
Grevillea ‘Gin Gin Gem’ is a tough, fast-spreading native groundcover prized for its dense habit and masses of brilliant red flowers. It’s one of the best Grevillea varieties for covering large areas, controlling erosion, and attracting wildlife — all with minimal maintenance.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Grevillea ‘Gin Gin Gem’
✔ Outstanding groundcover - Forms a thick, low carpet that suppresses weeds and fills space beautifully.
✔ Vivid red flowers - Blooms prolifically, creating a striking display for much of the year.
✔ Wildlife magnet - Nectar-rich flowers draw honeyeaters, bees, and butterflies.
✔ Exceptionally hardy - Tolerates heat, drought, poor soils, and coastal conditions.
✔ Low-maintenance - Requires almost no care once established.
🏡 How to Use Grevillea ‘Gin Gin Gem’ in Your Garden
✅ Large-scale groundcover - Perfect for covering open areas with colourful, dense foliage.
✅ Banks and steep slopes - Excellent for erosion control thanks to its strong, spreading root system.
✅ Wildlife and native gardens - Provides year-round nectar and ground-level shelter.
✅ Coastal or dry landscapes - Performs extremely well in tough, sandy, or rocky soils.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 1 to 1.2 metres apart for a full, continuous carpet. Plant more closely for faster coverage or to create a thicker mass planting.
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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. Grevilleas prefer low-phosphorus soils.
❔ FAQs About Grevillea ‘Gin Gin Gem’
How tall and wide does it grow?
It typically grows 20–30cm tall and spreads 2 to 3 metres wide, sometimes more in ideal conditions.
How long does it flower?
It flowers heavily through much of the year, providing reliable colour and nectar.
Is it easy to prune?
Yes, an occasional light trim keeps it tidy and encourages a dense, even habit.
Can it grow in part shade?
It tolerates light shade but performs and flowers best in full sun.
Is it suitable for coastal conditions?
Absolutely, it is highly tolerant of salt, sandy soils, and coastal winds.
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