Bottlebrush plants (Callistemon spp.) get their name from the spikes of flowers that bloom at the ends of the stems, bearing a strong resemblance to a bottle brush. Grow them as shrubs or small trees that grow up to 15 feet. Most bottlebrush varieties bloom over a long summer season in shades of red or crimson. One exception is C. sieberi, which has light yellow flower spikes. Bottlebrush plants need a very mild climate. If you live in an area cooler than USDA plant hardiness zones 8b through 11, grow bottlebrush in pots that you can move to a protected area for winter. Use a rich, peaty potting soil with a few handfuls of sand added to improve the drainage. If pruned hard every year, the plants will grow in pots as small as 6 to 8 inches in diameter. If you plan to let the shrub grow, you’ll need a large tub.
Weeping Bottlebrush Care
Callistemon Viminalis
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Lighting
Full Sun
Hardiness zone
9a - 11
Difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Drought-tolerant plant, water infrequently
Pruning
You will need to train it to a tree form so it will exhibit the weeping shape. Otherwise, it can turn into a shrub that can be used as a hedge.
Fertilizer
Fertilize during spring and summer to promote growth and health.
Sunlight
Plant where it can receive full sun. While it will grow in areas with part shade, you run the risk of having fewer blossoms.
Soil
The best soil for a weeping bottlebrush will be well-drained to prevent problems with rot and fungi.
Temperature
45-90 degrees Fahrenheit
Popularity
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