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Bottlebrush

Callistemon rigidus

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* Subject to grower availability
  At A Glance   3 gallon $29.95

 
Height / Width: 5 to 6-feet / 5 to 6-feet
Bloom Time: Spring, Summer, Fall
Soil Type: Loam; Well-drained; Moist; Acid; Neutral
Light: Full Sun
Grower's Notes:
Bottlebrush should be grown in full sun, preferably in moist, well-drained soil. Be sure the soil drains well as roots often rot in wet soil.

Although drought-tolerant, best flowering and growth is obtained with regular moisture and fertilization. The flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds!

The brittle wood of Bottlebrush may make it unsuitable for windy areas but this is usually not a problem in most locations. They are suitable for street planting, as a lawn specimen, or screen. For smaller sized yards consider using the Dwarf Bottlebrush.
Suggested Usage:
Plant on 4 to 6 foot centers to form a screen or foundation planting, slightly closer for a hedge.
Specimen Shrub