Callistemon Red Cluster – Bottlebrush

  • Description
Vigorous large shrub, new leaves emerge a silvery-pink turning to mid- green. Masses of red bottlebrush flowers with gold anthers appear in spring and autumn. Tolerant of poor dry soils once established, though prefers some moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds. Good for hedging.
Height x Width 3 x 2
Height Range Small 1-5m
Growth Rate Moderate
Plant Type Shrub
Shape / Habit Round
Country of Origin Australia
Similar to Consider Kings Park Special, Salignus (Yellow) Citrinus Violetii (Violet)
  • Leaf
Leaf Colour Green
  • Flower
Flower Colour Red
Fragrant? No
  • Uses
Screening Yes
Hedging Yes
Bird Feeding Yes
Fruit Producing
 
Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.