Crimson Bottlebrush. Attractive shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves, lemon-scented when crushed. Brilliant crimson-red bottlebrush-like flowers. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers April to August. Full sun. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Callistemon citrinus Standard
Attractive shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves, lemon-scented when crushed. Brilliant crimson-red bottlebrush-like flowers.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Callistemon |
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Species | citrinus |
Varietry | Standard |
Common Name | Crimson Bottlebrush |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.5m |
Family | Myrtaceae |
Spread | 1.5m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Arching |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Not hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | |
Border | Border, Pot, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
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