Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' is a vigorous, dense evergreen shrub prized for its striking, deep pink to rose-red, spider-like flowers and its fine, needle-like, deep green foliage. This durable hybrid is a cross between Grevillea juniperina and G. rosmarinifolia, raised in Australia in the early 1960s . It forms a rounded, bushy mound with slender, arching branches that create an elegant, fine texture in the landscape . From late winter through spring, and often with sporadic blooms into summer, it produces an abundance of nectar-rich flowers that attract hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, and other pollinators . Exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, hardy, and adaptable to a range of well-drained soils, it is an outstanding choice for a low-maintenance hedge, privacy screen, bird-attracting specimen, or colorful accent in Mediterranean and water-wise gardens. Note: The fine, needle-like foliage can be sharp at the tips, making it a good natural barrier plant .