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Callistemon citrinus Splendens / 19Cm / 40Cm
Callistemon citrinus Splendens
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Vibrant crimson bottlebrush flower spikes
- Long-flowering and repeat flowering habit
- Evergreen foliage with interesting colour and light fragrance
- Tolerant of coastal conditions and drought
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Ideal for containers, patios and borders
Overview
Callistemon citrinus 'Splendens', commonly known as the Crimson Bottlebrush, is a striking evergreen shrub celebrated for its spectacular, vibrant crimson flower spikes that resemble traditional bottle brushes. Flowering from May through August with a long-flowering and repeat-flowering habit, it brings an exotic flair to any garden setting. The bushy, upright, and arching branches are clothed in evergreen leaves that release a pleasant light fragrance when brushed against. With its tolerance of coastal conditions and drought, this reliable shrub is well suited to sunny borders and patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Show-stopping crimson bottlebrush flower spikes create a brilliant summer display.
- Long-flowering and repeat-flowering nature ensures extended seasonal interest.
- Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and releases a light fragrance.
- Tolerant of drought and coastal conditions, making it a versatile garden choice.
- Easy to care for and maintain in the appropriate sunny spot.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Callistemon citrinus Splendens |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colours | Green |
| Flower Colour | Red |
| Flower Form | Bottlebrush |
| Flowering Season | May, June, July, August |
| Fragrance Level | Light |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, upright, and arching |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 250-400 cm |
| Mature Spread | 250-400 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H3 |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun in a sheltered or coastal position facing south or west. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Thrives in loam, sand or clay soils with an acid to neutral pH and well-drained drainage. |
| Watering | Requires a moderate water need, keeping the soil moist. |
| Pruning | Prune in August to September following Pruning Group 8 guidelines. |
| Winter Protection | Best grown in a sheltered winter protection location. |
Perfect For
- Garden borders
- Patios and courtyards
- Containers
- Coastal gardens
- Small gardens as a specimen
Good to Know
- Provides wonderful pollinator support when in flower.
- Exhibits good drought tolerance once established.
- Features year-round interest spanning all twelve months.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 3 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 40 cm |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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