{"product_id":"dezire-grevillea-grevillea-lanigera-dezire","title":"Dezire Grevillea - Grevillea lanigera 'Dezire'","description":"\u003cp\u003eDezire Grevillea (\u003cem\u003eGrevillea lanigera\u003c\/em\u003e 'Dezire') is a low, spreading native with small rosemary-like leaves covered in fine silvery down, growing to about 50cm high and 1m wide. Showy clusters of raspberry red and pale pink-white flowers appear from autumn to spring. It suits rockeries, banks, coastal gardens and large pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn to spring flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Raspberry red and pale pink-white clusters open over a long season, with colour through the winter months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilvery foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine down on the small leaves gives the whole plant a soft grey sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood for small honeyeaters.\u003c\/strong\u003e The curved, claw-like flowers are easy for little honeyeaters to feed from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost and dry tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established it handles dry periods and frost, and it grows well at the coast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer sized.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 50cm by 1m it suits rockeries, nature strips, bed edges and large pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and embankments.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 80cm apart for a low drift. The spreading stems hang over rocks and soften banks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It does well near the sea, so use it on exposed front gardens and cliff-top plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single plant fills a wide pot and gives a compact flowering mound for a patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBird watching spots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it in the sight line of a favourite seat, where the honeyeaters can be enjoyed in comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Dezire Grevillea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun to part shade. It tolerates dry periods and frost once established, and grows well at the coast. It is happier in dry climates than humid ones, so in humid gardens give it the sunniest, best drained spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in well drained soil. Avoid wet mulch, because leaves resting on it can brown. A dry mulch such as pebbles or chunky bark avoids this, especially in humid climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Feed with a slow release native fertiliser when buds form, and choose one with phosphorus under 3 per cent, because grevilleas are sensitive to phosphorus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Little pruning is needed. Trim lightly after flowering if you want to keep it compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Dezire Grevillea as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small, silvery plant, so expect a season or two before it spreads to its full 1m width. Plant it in a sunny, well drained position and mulch with pebbles or chunky bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grevilleas\"\u003eBrowse our grevilleas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003eRockery plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-coastal-areas\"\u003ePlants for coastal areas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/grevillea-care-guide\"\u003eGrevillea care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves browning where they touch mulch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet mulch can brown leaves that rest on it, especially in humid climates. Use a dry mulch such as pebbles or chunky bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it suit humid gardens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is happier in dry climates than humid ones. In humid areas, plant it in the sunniest, best drained spot and use a dry mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Dezire in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. At 50cm high and 1m wide it is a good size for a large pot, and the birds will find it just as easily on a patio.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787223564607,"sku":"GRE-LAN-DEZIRE-tube","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/dezire-grevillea-grevillea-lanigera-dezire.jpg?v=1792152848","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/dezire-grevillea-grevillea-lanigera-dezire","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}