Crimson Bottlebrush

Crimson Bottlebrush Care

Callistemon Citrinus

What is the plant

With their vibrant red blooms, bottlebrush plants (Callistemon citrinus) remain a popular addition to home gardens and landscapes. Not only do home gardeners love the rich, red flowers, but they also love how a bottlebrush tree attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bottlebrush plants usually thrive in USDA hardiness zones 8b to 11, as they love a mild climate. Once established, they require some maintenance but not a lot, providing another reason to love them.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

8a - 11

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
The plant needs moderate watering, with soil kept moist throughout most of the year. Little John dwarf Bottlebrush is drought resistant once established, but still needs good drainage to prevent root rot and other plant problems.
Pruning
It may require occasional trimming to manage its shape and size.While it’s possible to prune the plant at any time of the year, deep pruning should occur before spring growth arrives.
Fertilizer
The plant needs moderate watering, with soil kept moist throughout most of the year. Little John dwarf Bottlebrush is drought resistant once established, but still needs good drainage to prevent root rot and other plant problems.

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Sunlight
Bottlebrush grows best in full sun.
Soil
The plant grows well in slightly acidic, moist soil with good drainage. Silt, loam, and clay soil are suitable environments for Bottlebrush.
Temperature
It grows outdoors in USDA hardiness zones 8a and higher. In North America, the plant is suitable for outdoor cultivation in Florida, California, and other parts of the South.In cooler climates, the plant is cultivated in pots and brought indoors for the winter.