Description
Grevillea "Loopy Lou", a radiant cross between Grevillea bipinnatifida x banksii var. fosteri, paints gardens with a symphony of yellow, orange, and red flowers that burst forth year-round. This medium shrub doesn't just offer visual appeal; its vivid blossoms are a magnet for native birds, ensuring your space hums with life and colour throughout the seasons.
For "Loopy Lou" to flourish, planting it in the ground is key, and a soil conditioner will significantly benefit those with sandy terrains. Its innate Australian toughness shines once established, boasting admirable drought tolerance. To keep its vibrancy at peak, a touch of low-phosphorus native fertiliser during Djilba (early spring) is all it asks for.
| Botanical Name | Grevillea banksii 'Forsteri' (Red Form) x bipinnatifida |
| Common Name | Fuchsia Grevillea, Banks' Grevillea, Dwarf Silky Oak |
| Cultivar | Loopy Lou |
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Classification |
Medium Natives |
| PBR Name | |
| Origin | Western Australia, Queensland |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Width | 1 - 1.5 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 | Yellow, orange and red. |
| Flower Time | Year-round |
| 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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