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Grevillea x 'Moonlight'

Name: Grevillea x 'Moonlight'
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: GREVMOON30CM/33CM
Price: 250.00 AUD
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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 30/33cm

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm/33cm: Enquire within for height guide information.
40cm/45L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Grevillea x 'Moonlight'

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' is a stunning evergreen shrub cherished for its elegant, fern-like silvery-green foliage and clusters of creamy-white to pale yellow flowers that attract birds and pollinators. Growing to about 2 meters tall and wide, this compact and bushy shrub adds graceful texture and vibrant biodiversity to gardens and landscapes.

Ideal for borders, mixed shrub beds, and wildlife-friendly gardens, 'Moonlight' thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types. It requires low maintenance and moderate watering during establishment, becoming increasingly drought-tolerant as it matures, making it a resilient and beautiful choice for many outdoor spaces.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 4m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 2 meters

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' is expected to grow 20 – 40 cm per year (moderate) .

Frost Tolerance

Is Grevillea x 'Moonlight' frost tolerant?

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Grevillea x ‘Moonlight’ produces large, creamy-white, toothbrush-shaped flower clusters throughout most of the year, with peak blooming from winter into summer. These striking blooms sit prominently above the foliage, creating a luminous and highly ornamental display against the lush green canopy.

Native Information

Is Grevillea x 'Moonlight' an Australian Native? Yes

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' is Native to Most loved for its tall, upright form, silvery-green foliage, and large creamy-white flower spikes that appear almost year-round, attracting birds and pollinators.

Wildlife Value

Its abundant, nectar-rich flowers attract honeyeaters, lorikeets, native bees, butterflies and a wide array of pollinating insects. The dense evergreen canopy provides shelter and foraging habitat for small birds, making it a standout biodiversity booster in native and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Sunlight Information

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preffered Soil

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Botanical Information

Common Name: Moonlight Grevillea

Genus: Grevillea

Botanical Species: Grevillea

Family: Proteaceae

Botanical Name: Grevillea x 'Moonlight'

Landscape Uses

Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
Feature Tree
Shrubs
Screening or Privacy

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant Grevillea x 'Moonlight':

Select an Ideal Location: Choose a location with well-draining soil and sufficient sunlight.

Dig the Planting Hole: Dig a hole that's as deep and twice as wide as the root ball.

Position the Shrub: Place the Grevillea shrub in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.

Backfill with Soil: Fill the hole with soil, gently tamping it down to remove air pockets.

Water Thoroughly: Provide a generous watering to help the shrub settle in.

Feature Planting: Space 2 – 3 m apart to showcase full form

Hedging & Screening: Space 1.5 – 2 m apart for denser coverage

Avenue Planting: Space 2.5 – 3 m apart for structured layout

Caring for Your Grevillea x 'Moonlight':

Watering: During the first few years, maintain consistent soil moisture. Reduce watering frequency as the shrub matures.

Pruning: Prune as needed to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches. This shrub typically requires minimal pruning.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring to promote healthy growth.

Ideal Drainage: Prefers well-drained soils.

Sandy Soils: Naturally well-drained which Grevillea 'Moonlight' loves; enrich with organic matter to improve nutrient content.
Clay Soils: Improve drainage by incorporating gypsum and organic matter, vital for preventing root diseases.
Loamy Soils: Ideal for growth, just maintain regular organic amendments to keep the soil rich and supportive.
Acidic or Alkaline Soils: Tolerant to a broad range but prefers slightly acidic soils. Adjust soil pH using appropriate amendments to optimize health.

Grevillea x 'Moonlight' is expected to grow 20 – 40 cm per year (moderate) .

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun
Part Shade

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Moonlight’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It performs strongly in hot, dry and coastal conditions and maintains vigorous growth and near year-round flowering with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Grevillea x 'Moonlight' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Autumn

Flower Type:

Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q: Is 'Moonlight' Grevillea suitable for attracting wildlife?
A: Yes, the creamy-white to pale yellow flowers of 'Moonlight' Grevillea are known to attract birds and pollinators, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly landscapes.

Q: How tall and wide does this Grevillea variety grow?
A: 'Moonlight' Grevillea typically reaches a mature height and spread of around 2 meters, making it a compact and versatile shrub for gardens and landscapes.

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