Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon': Showy Large Yellow Blooms
Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon': Showy Large Yellow Blooms
Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon': A Burst of Summer Sunshine
Brighten up your garden with the sunny charm of Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon'!
This stunning Australian native shrub is renowned for its vibrant, golden-yellow flowers that resemble tiny, fluffy pom-poms. Its cheerful blooms and attractive foliage make it a must-have for any garden enthusiast.
Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon' is a lovely cultivar known for its ornamental characteristics. This protea family plant is a compact and attractive evergreen shrub that belongs to the Grevillea genus, native to Australia. This cultivar typically reaches a height of around 3 to 5 feet (0.9 to 1.5 meters) with a similar spread. The plant is adorned with fine, needle-like foliage that adds texture and interest to the landscape. One of its most striking features is its clusters of vibrant, golden yellow flowers that bloom throughout the year, attracting birds and pollinators to the garden.
Why You'll Love It:
- Vibrant Flowers: Its bright yellow flowers add a cheerful touch to your garden.
- Attracts Wildlife: It's a magnet for birds and pollinators, bringing life to your outdoor space.
- Low-Maintenance: Requires minimal care, making it perfect for busy gardeners.
- Drought-Tolerant: Well-suited to dry climates and requires little watering.
- Versatile: Can be grown as a standalone shrub, in mixed borders, or in containers.
Where to Plant:
- Coastal Gardens: Tolerates coastal conditions, making it a great choice for seaside gardens.
- Mediterranean-Style Gardens: Its vibrant flowers and drought tolerance make it perfect for Mediterranean-inspired gardens.
- Xeriscaping: Ideal for low-water landscapes.
- Container Gardens: Can be grown in pots or planters on patios or balconies.
Tips for Care:
- Sunlight: Plant in a sunny location for optimal flowering.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.
A Note on Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon'
Grevillea 'Sandra Gordon' is a relatively fast-growing shrub that can reach impressive heights. It's important to plant it in a location where it has plenty of room to grow and show off its stunning blooms.
🌳Category: Tree
🌻Flower Color: Yellow
🌻Bloom Time: Spring
📊Mature Size: 7 ft tall, 6 ft wide
🍃Tolerates: Coast, Drought, Salt
🎚️pH Level: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
💪Hardy: 15-20F
🌤️Light: Part Shade to Full Sun
🏠 Landscape Theme: Pots, In-Ground
🌰Soil Texture: Well-drained, Sandy Loam, Clay Loam
📈Growth Rate: Fast
🌇 USDA Zones: 8-9
🕊️Attract: Birds, Bees, Butterflies
🏵️Relevant Plants: Grevillea Sandra Gordon, Australian native plant, yellow flowers, low-maintenance plant, drought-tolerant plant, coastal plant, Mediterranean plant, xeriscape plant, container plant