Scientific
Name:
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Grevillea 'Poorinda Blondie'
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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8-10’ tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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large (to 3-4”) toothbrush-like tawny
orange blooms heaviest from winter-spring but in waves
throughout the year
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Zone
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hardy to 15-20° F
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Description,
Notes
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fast growing and hardy Protea (Proteaceae)
Family Australian native shrub grown for its almost year
around color and refined softly pinnate foliage; drought
and deer resistant; attracts hummingbirds; prefers well-drained
soils and deep infrequent watering once established; great
as a hedge; great in the wind; low Phosphorus fertilizer
or none at all
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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