Callistemon citrinus
crimson bottlebrush
Flower Color
Description
An evergreen, arching shrub which may eventually reach a height of around 5m. Leaves are narrowly oblong to lanceolate and lemon-scented when bruised. Bright red flowers arranged in cylindrical spikes up to 10cm long are borne in summer
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
4m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.5 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H5
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 8-11
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
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Key Features
FragrantDrought resistantCity and courtyard gardensMediterranean climate plantsPatio and container plantsConservatory and greenhouseWall side borders