Grevillea baileyana — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Grevillea baileyana

Grevillea Baileyana

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Grevillea edelfeltii, commonly known as white oak, is a tree of the family Proteaceae and is native to the rainforests of north-east Queensland in Australia and to Papua New Guinea.

A note from PlantMom

White oak is highly resistant to disease and typically does not get sick. For care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs little watering, and larger plants normally do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. White oakt is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Grevillea Baileyana.

Light

White oak comes from open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest margins, which offer abundant light. It does best in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting to a range of light exposures.

Temperature

White oak shows good temperature adaptability, with the ability to tolerate higher temperatures and wider temperature swings. In hot weather, attention should be given to watering and providing suitable shade to avoid sunburn. Conversely, White oak is relatively sensitive to low temperatures; while it can endure some cold, excessively cold conditions can cause frost damage.

Fertilizer

The timing of fertilizing White oak is critical. Fertilize in early spring and continue monthly until early summer. Fertilizer encourages attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Grevillea
Family
Proteaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
14.94 m to 24.99 m
Mature Spread
4.88 m to 10.06 m
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Olive Drab
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Red, Orange
Flower Size
10.16 cm to 15.24 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Planting Time
Summer
Harvest Time
Fall, Early winter, Mid winter
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en White-oak en Bailey’s silky oak en Findley’s silky oak en Bailey's Silky Oak en Findlay's Silky Oak en Scrub Beefwood
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Grevillea baileyana leaf
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Grevillea baileyana leaf
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