Grevillea 'Spirit of Anzac': Robust Fiery Red Blooms and Silver-Green Foliage

🔴 Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’
Bold Red Flowering Grevillea

Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’ is a powerful and visually striking evergreen shrub developed as a living tribute, admired for its intense cherry‑red blooms and refined, silver‑green foliage. This cultivar produces long, curved toothbrush‑style flowers with vivid red stamens emerging from pale buds, creating dramatic contrast and strong movement throughout the year. In mild climates, flowering can be nearly continuous, with peak displays from late winter through spring.

Well suited to both ornamental landscapes and wildlife‑friendly gardens, ‘Spirit of Anzac’ offers excellent drought tolerance once established and thrives in full sun with well‑drained soil. Its finely dissected foliage provides year‑round structure and texture, while its upright, moderately spreading habit makes it ideal for screening, feature planting, and commemorative garden settings.

Botanical Characteristics of Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’

Mature Size and Form

• Height: 8–10 ft
• Spread: 6–8 ft

Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’ forms a dense yet airy shrub with excellent branching and presentation. It can be lightly pruned after flowering to maintain shape or encouraged into a more open form for screening. For pruning and care guidance, visit our Protea & Grevillea Care Guide.

USDA Hardiness Zones

Zones 9–11

Performs best in regions with mild winters, full sun exposure, good airflow, and well‑drained soils. Tolerates heat, wind, and short dry periods once established.

Cultivation and Care for Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’

Helpful resources for successful establishment:
Quick Tip: Caring for a Newly Unboxed Protea in Humid Conditions
Complete Protea & Grevillea Care Guide

Landscape Use and Benefits of Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’

• Striking specimen shrub with powerful red floral display
• Ideal for Mediterranean, coastal, and water‑wise landscapes
• Excellent for screening, feature planting, and memorial gardens
• Strong attraction for birds and pollinators
• A meaningful addition to curated Grevillea collections

Wildlife Attraction

The nectar‑rich flowers attract birds, hummingbirds, and insect pollinators, bringing life and movement to the garden throughout the year.

Pest and Disease Considerations

Grevillea ‘Spirit of Anzac’ is generally resilient when grown in suitable conditions. Potential issues include:

• Root rot in poorly drained or overwatered soils
• Nutrient stress from phosphorus‑heavy fertilizers
• Minor frost damage in colder microclimates

Full sun, excellent drainage, and low‑phosphorus nutrition are essential for long‑term success.