Callistemon citrinus

Crimson Bottlebrush

A dense windbreak or screen reaching 3.0m, this plant features crimson brushes in summer that attract birds. Very frost hardy and moisture reliant, it thrives in light clay to sandy soils from part shade to full sun. Prune after flowering.

3m
Height
3m
Width
crimson brushes in summer
Flowers

Growing Conditions

Position
part shade to full sun
Soil
light clay to sandy soils
Drainage
grows well in wet sites
Frost/Snow
very frost hardy
Wind
very wind resistant
Drought
usually moisture reliant
Coastal
moderate coastal exposure

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