Grevillea 'Moonlight' | silver-green foliage and creamy-white flowers

Grevillea 'Moonlight' 

A popular evergreen shrub known for its attractive, deeply divided, silver-green foliage and its abundant clusters of creamy-white flowers that appear throughout the year, with peak blooming occurring in spring and early summer. This Australian native plant is often used in gardens and landscapes to add color and interest, and it is particularly appealing to birds and pollinators.

In terms of growing conditions, Grevillea 'Moonlight' are protea plants that thrive in a well-draining soil of a slightly acidic to slightly alkaline pH (around 6.0 to 7.5) and prefers a sunny position. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established, but it benefits from regular watering during dry periods, especially when it's young. However, it's important to avoid overwatering, as Grevilleas are sensitive to waterlogged soil.

As for the growing zone, Grevillea 'Moonlight' is well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 9-11. It can tolerate a light frost once established, but it generally prefers a mild, frost-free climate. If you're unsure about the specific conditions in your area, it's best to consult with a local nursery or gardening expert to determine if Grevillea 'Moonlight' is suitable for your location.

📂Category: Shrub

👩‍👦 Family: Proteaceae

🌷Flower Color: Pastel Yellow

🚦Height: 4ft

🚥Width: 3ft

🍃Tolerate: Light Frost, Coastal, Drought

💧Water Needs: Low

💪Hardy: 25F

🌤️ Exposure: Full Sun

🏠 Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor

 🙌Drainage: Well-drained Soil

🌱Soil Type: Loamy, Sandy Loam, No phosphorus

🌍 Origin: Australia

🌻 Sunset zones: 9-10

🕊️Attract: Bees, Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies, and Insects

🎈Fun Facts: Grevillea 'Moonlight': flowers all year round, great for informal screens, cut flowers, and attracting birds. Flower essence: lifts spirits, brings balance and patience in times of change, connects with inner beauty and strength.