Callistemon 19 bush

Callistemon / Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus) — Mediterranean plant.

Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus) – Mediterranean plant. Callistemon (bottlebrush) bears spectacular cylindrical red flower spikes that attract pollinators.

Benefits

• Mediterranean look, decorative on the terrace
• Drought- and heat-resistant

Seasonal care

• Spring: Start of the growing season: apply a suitable fertiliser and provide full sun.
• Summer: Water moderately. Tolerates heat and drought well.
• Autumn: Autumn is a good time for planting; gradually reduce watering.
• Winter: Tolerates down to -7°C; in cold areas protect the base with mulch.

Specifications

• Botanical name: Callistemon citrinus
• Botanical family: Myrtaceae
• Life cycle: Perennial
• Foliage: Evergreen
• Exposure: Sun
• Placement: Outdoors / container
• Growth rate: Medium
• Minimum temperature: -7 °C
• Drought resistance: High
• Mature height: 100-250 cm
• Mature width: 80-150 cm
• Flowering period: May–July
• Flower colour: Bright red
• Fragrance: Subtle
• Soil: Well drained, sandy loam
• pH: 6,0-7,5
• Watering: Moderate
• Fertilising: Spring–summer
• Pruning: Spring
• Mulching: Recommended (in winter)
• Product code: 4039580
• EAN code: 6420384039580

Warnings

• Frost-sensitive – shelter in winter in northern regions
• Requires a pot with good drainage

Frequently asked questions

Does it survive winter outdoors?
Partly – it tolerates down to -7°C; in very cold areas protect the base or shelter it.

What exposure and watering does it prefer?
Sun; moderate watering. Callistemon (bottlebrush) bears spectacular cylindrical red flower spikes that attract pollinators.

When does it flower?
Flowering period: May-July.