Callistemon citrinus (Bottlebrush Tree)

Product Name: Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon citrinus)

Description:

Introduce a unique touch to your garden with the Bottlebrush Tree, scientifically known as Callistemon citrinus. Named for its distinctive, bright red flower spikes that resemble a bottlebrush, this ornamental tree is a favorite for adding color and attracting wildlife. Native to Australia, the Bottlebrush Tree is a hardy, evergreen tree that can reach heights of 10 to 15 feet, making it perfect for creating a vibrant focal point in any landscape or as part of a mixed shrub border.

Features:

• Striking Blooms: The Bottlebrush Tree produces vibrant red, brush-like flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer, often attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
• Compact Size: With its moderate height, the Bottlebrush Tree is well-suited for smaller gardens, patio areas, or as an accent plant in larger landscapes.
• Evergreen Foliage: The tree’s narrow, leathery leaves offer year-round greenery, providing a lush backdrop to its striking blooms.
• Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant and resilient, the Bottlebrush Tree thrives in various soil types and requires minimal care once established.

Planting & Care:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Soil: Adaptable to various soil types but prefers well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil.
• Watering: Water regularly during the first year to establish roots. Once established, the tree is drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.
• Pruning: Prune lightly after the flowering season to encourage denser growth and remove any dead or damaged branches.

Ideal For:

• Small to medium gardens
• Urban landscaping
• Patio or container planting
• Wildlife gardens

Additional Information:

• Mature Height: 10-15 feet
• Mature Spread: 6-10 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
• Foliage Type: Evergreen

Add a splash of vibrant red to your landscape with the Bottlebrush Tree. Its unique flowers and evergreen foliage make it an eye-catching addition to any garden, while its low-maintenance nature ensures that it thrives with minimal effort.