Description
The "Bonnie Prince Charlie" cultivar, a delightful variant of Grevillea rosmarinifolia x alpina, offers a striking display of red and yellow flowers from Makuru to Birak (winter to early summer) and again during Djeran (autumn). As a small mounding shrub, it serves as a vibrant focal point, bringing both colour and life to gardens of any size. Its blooms are not just visually appealing but also extend across several seasons, ensuring a long-lasting splash of colour for your garden.
To provide the best home for "Bonnie Prince Charlie", plant it in the ground, ensuring a sunny spot. For those with sandy soils, a soil conditioner will give this Australian native the best start. As it grows, its resilience against drought becomes notable. To boost its vigour and promote blossoming, a sprinkle of low-phosphorus native fertiliser during Djilba (early spring) is the royal treatment it deserves.
| Botanical Name | Grevillea alpina x rosmarinifolia |
| Common Name | Rosemary Grevillea, Alpine Grevillea, Mountain Grevillea, Cat's Claws |
| Cultivar | Bonnie Prince Charlie |
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Classification |
Small Natives |
| PBR Name | |
| Origin | Eastern Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 50 - 80 cm |
| Width | 1 - 1.2 M |
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Well draining, loamy/sandy soil enriched with mature compost. Avoid fresh or strong manures which can burn roots. |
| Water Requirement | |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Red and yellow |
| Flower Time | Makuru to Birak (winter to early summer) and again during Djeran (autumn) |
| Toxicity | Can cause contact dermatites in some people, leading to an allergic reaction. Otherwise non-toxic to humans. Potentially mildly toxic to animals if ingested. |
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