A tough fast prostrate groundcover with deeply lobed foliage that flushes bronze-red, and toothbrush red flowers. Ideal for slope stabilising and weed suppression.
At a glance
- Plant type: Spreading groundcover
- Mature size: 40 cm H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Bronze Rambler Grevillea
Botanically, Grevillea 'Bronze Rambler' is a fast-growing spreading groundcover in the Proteaceae family, native to Australia. It reaches around 40 cm tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Red flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Bronze Rambler Grevillea
Bronze Rambler Grevillea suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is suitable for bushfire-prone (BAL) gardens.
Soil & planting
Bronze Rambler Grevillea does best in free-draining and clay soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Bronze Rambler Grevillea handles dry conditions well once established. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser — the Proteaceae are especially phosphorus-sensitive. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Bronze Rambler Grevillea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Bronze Rambler Grevillea in the garden
Bronze Rambler Grevillea earns its place for holding soil on banks and slopes and drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Bronze Rambler Grevillea with species that also favour very drought tolerant and warm-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Bronze Rambler Grevillea
Plant Sale lists Bronze Rambler Grevillea as tube stock and potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
