Grevillea (Silky Oak / Spider Flower Tree)

Grevillea (Grevillea robusta / Grevillea spp.) is a fast-growing, elegant tree originally from Australia that has become one of the most widely planted exotic shade and agroforestry trees across East Africa’s highlands. Its beautiful, finely divided, fern-like silvery-green leaves create a light, feathery canopy that allows dappled light to reach ground-level crops, making it ideal for coffee and tea shade planting. Its striking golden-orange, spider-like flowers attract sunbirds and other pollinators. Hardy, drought-tolerant, and fast-growing, it is a premium choice for farm, estate, and large garden planting.