shrub

Peaches and Cream Grevillea

Grevillea 'Peaches and Cream'

The Story

Plant Bio

Grevillea is a diverse genus of evergreen shrubs and trees native to Australia, characterized by their deeply lobed foliage and unique, petal-less flowers. These plants rely on long, colorful styles packed into dense racemes to attract nectar-feeding wildlife.

'Peaches and Cream' is a compact, spreading hybrid selection distinguished by its highly dissected, fern-like leaves and large toothbrush-style flower heads. The inflorescences open in a soft yellow hue before maturing through shades of apricot, peach, and pink.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides year-round structural interest with deeply divided, fern-like foliage and a continuous display of multi-colored flower spikes.

Offers high drought tolerance and excellent wind resistance, making it ideal for low-water landscapes and coastal exposures.

Serves as an exceptional nectar source for hummingbirds, bees, and other beneficial pollinators in Mediterranean climates.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

72"

Width

84"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

10-15 years

Native To

Australia

Toxicity

Skin Irritant

Bloom period

Spring – Fall

In flower about 9 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site with full sun to partial shade and exceptionally well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but no deeper, ensuring the crown sits slightly above the surrounding soil level to prevent rot.
Water deeply immediately after planting, then transition to occasional deep watering once the root system is established.
Apply a thick layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it several inches away from the main stem to maintain root coolness.

Pro Tip

Never shear this shrub like a boxwood hedge or cut back into old, leafless wood, as it lacks dormant buds to regenerate from bare stems.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Prune lightly after the main flowering flush to maintain a dense, bushy habit.
Use only specialty low-phosphorus fertilizers formulated for native Australian plants.
Ensure the soil drains rapidly, especially during periods of high rainfall.

Don't

Do not apply standard all-purpose garden fertilizers, as high phosphorus levels cause fatal toxicity.
Do not prune hard into old, bare wood that lacks green foliage.
Do not plant in heavy, waterlogged clay soils.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Specimen PlantingCoastal GardenDrought-Tolerant BorderWildlife Garden

Companion Plants

Salvia clevelandii Ceanothus 'Concha'Anigozanthos flavidus Westringia fruticosa

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Peaches and Cream Grevillea questions

What zones can Peaches and Cream Grevillea grow in?

Peaches and Cream Grevillea is hardy in USDA Zones 9–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Peaches and Cream Grevillea deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Peaches and Cream Grevillea, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Peaches and Cream Grevillea bloom?

Peaches and Cream Grevillea typically blooms in spring through fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Peaches and Cream Grevillea need full sun?

Peaches and Cream Grevillea does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Peaches and Cream Grevillea drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Peaches and Cream Grevillea handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.