crimson bottlebrush
Also known as: bottlebrush flower
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
Scientific classification
- Species
- crimson bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus)
- Genus
- Callistemon
- Family
- Myrtaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Conservatory Greenhouse
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of crimson bottlebrush
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of crimson bottlebrush
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crimson bottlebrush care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or from semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in a sheltered position in full sun with a moist but well-drained soil
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insect, mealy bug and glasshouse red spider mite
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