USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
15 - 30 m (50 - 100 ft)
Spread
4.5 - 21 m (15 - 70 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
The tree Grevillea robusta (silkoak tree) bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant flowers during late spring. The showy matte foliage is deep green and light grey in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Grevillea robusta (silkoak tree) has showy and cork-like bark.
Typical Uses
Shade and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Grevillea robusta tolerates drought.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Grevillea robusta (silkoak tree) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.
