Grevillea Plants (Spider Flower)

Evergreen Grevillea (Spider Flower) Shrubs for Colour, Texture & Wildlife

Grevillea, commonly known as Spider Flower, are beautiful evergreen shrubs admired for their finely textured foliage and distinctive spider-like blooms. Native to Australia, these architectural plants have become increasingly popular in UK gardens thanks to their long flowering season, drought tolerance and ability to attract bees and other pollinating insects.

Perfect for Mediterranean-style gardens, coastal planting, gravel gardens and sunny borders, Grevillea provide year-round structure, vibrant colour and texture with very little maintenance once established.

Whether you're looking for a compact ground-cover variety such as Grevillea 'Mount Tamboritha' or a larger evergreen shrub, our collection offers plants that thrive in sunny, well-drained positions and provide interest throughout much of the year.

Why Choose Grevillea (Spider Flower)?

Grevillea are an excellent choice for gardeners looking for unusual flowers, evergreen foliage and plants that cope well with hot, dry conditions.

Benefits include:

• Evergreen foliage for year-round interest
• Unique spider-like flowers
• Exceptionally long flowering season
• Excellent for bees and pollinating insects
• Drought tolerant once established
• Ideal for Mediterranean and coastal gardens
• Low-maintenance and easy to grow
• Perfect for borders, gravel gardens, banks and containers

Their finely divided foliage provides wonderful texture while their unusual flowers add colour when many other shrubs have finished blooming.

Flowering Season

One of Grevillea's greatest attractions is its exceptionally long flowering period.

Many varieties begin flowering in late winter or early spring and continue well into summer, with some producing flowers intermittently throughout the year in mild conditions.

Their nectar-rich blooms are highly attractive to:

• Bees
• Hoverflies
• Butterflies
• Other beneficial pollinating insects

Where to Grow Grevillea

Grevillea thrive in warm, sunny positions with excellent drainage.

They are ideal for:

• Mediterranean gardens
• Coastal gardens
• Gravel gardens
• Rockeries
• Raised beds
• Sunny borders
• Patio containers
• Slopes and banks

Choose the sunniest, most sheltered location available for the best flowering and healthiest growth.

Soil Requirements

Grevillea perform best in free-draining soils.

Suitable soil types include:

• Sandy soils
• Gravelly soils
• Free-draining loam
• Raised beds with improved drainage

Avoid planting in heavy clay or areas that remain wet during winter, as Grevillea dislike prolonged waterlogging.

Watering & Feeding

Water regularly during the first growing season while plants establish their root systems.

Once established, Grevillea are highly drought tolerant and generally only require watering during prolonged dry spells.

These Australian natives naturally grow in nutrient-poor soils, so avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers. A light application of compost or a fertiliser suitable for Australian plants in spring is usually all that's required.

Pruning Grevillea

Grevillea require very little maintenance.

For the best results:

• Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.
• Remove any dead or damaged stems as required.
• Avoid cutting back into old woody growth.
• Regular light trimming encourages bushier growth and heavier flowering.

Perfect Plant Combinations

Grevillea pair beautifully with other sun-loving, drought-tolerant plants such as Lavender, Rosemary, Santolina, Cistus, Phormium, Cordyline australis (Cabbage Palm) and ornamental grasses. Their delicate foliage also contrasts beautifully with bold architectural plants like Yucca and Agapanthus, while silver-leaved shrubs such as Artemisia and Helichrysum create a classic Mediterranean-style planting scheme.

Whether planted in gravel gardens, mixed borders, coastal landscapes or contemporary designs, Grevillea bring texture, movement and year-round colour.

Grevillea (Spider Flower) FAQs

What is the common name for Grevillea?

Grevillea is commonly known as Spider Flower, thanks to its distinctive spider-like blooms that are rich in nectar and highly attractive to pollinating insects.

Are Grevillea evergreen?

Yes. Most Grevillea varieties are evergreen, providing attractive foliage and structure throughout the year.

Are Grevillea hardy?

Many Grevillea varieties are hardy throughout much of the UK when planted in a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil. In colder regions, young plants may benefit from winter protection during severe frosts.

Do Grevillea prefer full sun?

Yes. Grevillea thrive in full sun, where they produce the strongest growth, best foliage colour and heaviest flowering.

Are Grevillea drought tolerant?

Yes. Once established, Grevillea are extremely drought tolerant, making them an excellent choice for low-maintenance and Mediterranean-style gardens.

Do Grevillea attract wildlife?

Absolutely. Their nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinating insects over their long flowering season.

Buy Grevillea (Spider Flower) Plants Online

Grevillea, or Spider Flower, are an outstanding choice if you're looking for an evergreen shrub that combines unusual flowers, attractive foliage and excellent drought tolerance. Their long flowering season, low-maintenance nature and architectural form make them ideal for modern gardens, coastal planting schemes and Mediterranean-inspired landscapes.

Browse our collection of Grevillea plants today and discover why these beautiful evergreen shrubs are becoming one of the most popular choices for gardeners looking to add year-round structure, colour and wildlife value to their outdoor space.