Garden hybrid

This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

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groundcover

New Blood Grevillea

Grevillea x hybrida 'New Blood'

The Story

Plant Bio

Grevillea juniperina is a diverse Australian evergreen shrub characterized by needle-like foliage and clusters of tubular, spider-like flowers with long, prominent styles. The species naturally grows in well-drained soils and relies on birds and insects for pollination.

'New Blood' is a low-growing, prostrate cultivar that forms a dense groundcover reaching up to twelve inches tall and five feet wide. It produces deep crimson-red flowers from fall through spring, offering a compact habit and finer foliage than the parent species.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides year-round green foliage and a long display of unique crimson flowers.

Functions as an effective, low-growing groundcover for erosion control on dry slopes.

Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and other pollinators with nectar-rich blooms.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Groundcover

Height

12"

Width

60"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Low

Lifespan

10-15 years

Native To

Australia

Toxicity

Skin Irritant

Bloom period

Fall – Spring

In flower about 9 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site in full sun to partial shade with excellent drainage, such as a raised bed or sandy slope.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but equal in depth to prevent burying the stem.
Backfill with native soil without adding organic compost or fertilizer to maintain a low-nutrient environment.
Water deeply to settle the soil, then apply a coarse, organic mulch keeping it clear of the main stem.

Pro Tip

Tip-prune lightly immediately after the main spring flowering flush; cutting back into old, leafless wood will kill the stem.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Prune lightly immediately after the main spring flowering flush to maintain a dense, compact habit.
Water sparingly once established, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Use only specialized low-phosphorus or native-specific fertilizers if feeding is necessary.

Don't

Do not prune hard into old, leafless wood, as it lacks latent buds and will not regenerate.
Do not apply standard general-purpose fertilizers or fresh manure, which contain toxic levels of phosphorus.
Do not plant in heavy clay or low-lying areas where water accumulates.

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

GroundcoverRock GardenCoastal GardenSlope StabilizationContainer Planting

Companion Plants

Rosmarinus officinalis Lavandula angustifolia Cistus purpureus

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

New Blood Grevillea questions

What zones can New Blood Grevillea grow in?

New Blood 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 New Blood Grevillea deer resistant?

Yes — New Blood Grevillea is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does New Blood Grevillea bloom?

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

Does New Blood Grevillea need full sun?

New Blood Grevillea does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is New Blood Grevillea drought tolerant?

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