Latin Name: callistemon
Evergreen: is unique with numerous pendulous branches with bottle-brush shaped blooms.Flower Color: cherry-red blooms
Bloom Time: in late spring through summer.
Habit: densely compact, upright growth
Foliage: densely compact, upright growth
Mature Height: 12-15 feet
Mature Width: 8-10 feet
Uses: best as a small tree, background plant, hedge, grouping, and makes a great container plant.
Amount of Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; Tolerates shade
Amount of Water: Water regularly; more frequent watering in extreme heat; Drought tolerant
Soil Conditions: Adaptable to a variety of soils; Prefers well-drained soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 9-11
This adaptable evergreen shrub needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly.
Prune often to encourage new growth, and shear annually to maintain desired shape.
