Grevillea banksii 'Forsteri' - Red Silky Oak | Native Tree Seedling

Description:
A vigorous and fast-growing native shrub with dense green foliage and large clusters of vivid red spider flowers produced over long periods of the year. The flowers are rich in nectar and highly attractive to birds, bees, and other pollinators. Its hardy nature, rapid growth, and long flowering season make it a popular choice for screening, habitat planting, and colourful low-maintenance gardens.

🌳 Height:
3–5 m

🌿 Width:
2–4 m spread

🔧 Uses:
- Screening and informal hedging
- Wildlife and pollinator gardens
- Fast-growing feature shrub
- Coastal and native landscaping

🌱 Ideal growing conditions:
- Well-drained sandy or loamy soils
- Full sun
- Warm temperate/protected areas in southern climates
- Low to moderate rainfall areas

💪 Tolerates:
- Poor soils
- Heat
- Wind
- Coastal exposure
- Dry conditions

💧 Drought hardy:
Yes — highly drought tolerant once established

❄️ Frost tolerant:
Low to moderate — tolerates light frost only

🧂 Salt tolerant:
Moderate — handles coastal conditions with good drainage