Pinky Petite Grevillea

Pinky Petite Grevillea (Grevillea lavandulacea 'Pinky Petite') is a small, compact, spreading native groundcover about 30cm high and 1m wide. Small grey-green, semi-rigid foliage carries curled pink and cream flowers from autumn to spring, and birds and insects visit them. It spreads quickly and suits mass planting, wildlife gardens and coastal sites.

Why you'll love it

• Flowers from autumn to spring. Pink and cream flowers appear across three seasons.
• Compact and tidy. At 30cm by 1m it will not swamp its neighbours.
• Quick cover. It is a fast-growing spreader, so a mass planting closes up sooner than with slow groundcovers.
• Tough once settled. It tolerates drought and light frost once established.
• Good for wildlife and coasts. The flowers attract nectar-feeding birds and insects, and it is suited to coastal locations.

Where it works best

Mass planting and groundcover. Plant 70cm apart in staggered rows. The plants join up within a season or two to form a low, flowering cover.

Coastal gardens. It is suited to coastal locations, where it will sit low and cope with the conditions.

Wildlife and native gardens. Use it at the front of native beds so flowers are close to eye level for insects and birds.

Growing Pinky Petite Grevillea in Australia

Position and climate. Full sun in a well drained position. It tolerates drought and light frost once established, which suits temperate, Mediterranean and coastal gardens.

Soil. Plant in well drained soil and mulch. Avoid sites that stay wet.

Water and feed. Mulch and water regularly until established, which usually takes around 12 weeks. Feed with a slow release native fertiliser when buds form, with phosphorus under 3 per cent.

Pruning. Prune after flowering to promote a dense habit and prolific blooms in the next flowering season. The foliage is somewhat spiky, so wear gloves.

What to expect when it arrives

We sell Pinky Petite Grevillea as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Expect a small young plant that spreads quickly once it settles. Its foliage is semi-rigid and slightly spiky, so handle it with gloves when planting. The tube is grown for us by our grower, who does not always have stock. It shows as sold out when there is none, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.

Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.

Plant care guides and related reading

• Browse the full grevillea range
• Groundcover plants
• Plants for mass planting
• Grevillea care guide

Common questions

How far apart should I plant Pinky Petite?

Plant 70cm apart for a mass planting or groundcover. It is only about 1m wide, so this spacing closes up quickly.

Is it good near the coast?

Yes, it suits coastal locations as well as temperate gardens.

Is the foliage prickly?

The grey-green leaves are semi-rigid and somewhat spiky, so wear gloves when planting and pruning.