Description
The "Red Hooks" cultivar, a hybrid of Grevillea longifolia x tetragonoloba, sets itself apart with its year-round blossoming of vivid red flowers, especially prolific in Makuru (winter) and Djilba (early spring). As a large shrub, it flaunts attractive, long slender foliage, offering a feast not just for the eyes but also for native birds which find it irresistible.
Planting "Red Hooks" in the ground is ideal, and for gardens with sandy soils, a touch of soil conditioner goes a long way. This Australian native showcases remarkable drought resistance once it's fully established. To keep this Grevillea looking its finest, nourish it with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser during Djilba (early spring).
| Botanical Name | Grevillea longifolia x tetragonoloba |
| Common Name | Red Toothbrushes, Hooker's Grevillea |
| Cultivar | Red Hooks |
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Classification |
Large Natives |
| PBR Name | |
| Origin | Western Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2 - 3 M |
| Width | 3 - 5 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 | Vivid Red |
| Flower Time | Year-round, more prolific in Makuru (winter) and Djilba (early spring) |
| 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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