Grevillea 'Fireworks'

Grevillea 'Fireworks' is a compact and hardy Australian native shrub bred from Grevillea alpina and Grevillea 'Pink Pixie'. Known for its spectacular bursts of bright red and yellow spider-like flowers from autumn through spring, it creates a striking feature in any garden while attracting nectar-loving birds and beneficial insects.

Key Features

• Dimensions: 1m H × 0.75–1.2m W
• Growth Habit: Compact, naturally bushy and upright shrub
• Foliage: Soft, blue-green to grey-green narrow leaves with a downy texture
• Flowers & Fruits: Clusters of red and yellow flowers at the tips of short branches from autumn to spring
• Position: Full sun for best flowering; tolerates part shade
• Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soils, neutral to slightly acidic pH
• Maintenance: Lightly prune after flowering to keep bushy; feed with a low-phosphorus native fertilizer in spring; mulch well during establishment.

Uses

Perfect for shrubberies, native and coastal gardens, mass planting, low hedges, rockeries, or as a feature in containers. Its compact habit makes it ideal for small gardens and patio pots.

Climate Suitability

Native to cool temperate and inland regions; thrives in southern Australia including VIC (Ballarat), NSW, ACT, TAS, SA, and parts of WA. Frost hardy down to −5°C, drought tolerant once established, and performs best in gardens with good air circulation.

Fun Fact

Grevillea 'Fireworks' was selected for its extended flowering display and resilience to cooler climates. Its vivid color and nectar-rich blooms are a magnet for birds, bringing vibrant life and movement to Australian gardens year-round.