Lesser Bottlebrush | Callistemon phoeniceus

Callistemon phoeniceus

$7.00

Callistemon phoeniceus, also known as the lesser bottlebrush, is a vibrant and adaptable medium shrub growing up to 4 metres. Its best known for its brilliant red bottlebrush flower spikes that bloom in spring and early summer, attracting nectar-feeding birds and pollinators.

The foliage is narrow and aromatic with new growth tinged red. Great for screening, habitat and adding diversity to your garden.  Hardy, showy and low-maintenance!

Common Name: Lesser Bottlebrush
Botanical Name: Callistemon phoeniceus
Maximum Mature Height: 6 m
Maximum Mature Width:
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Flowering: Spring-Summer
Flower Colour: Red
Growing Habit:

  • Tree
  • Shrub

Soil Type:

  • Sandy
  • Lateritic (Ironstone)

Sunlight:

  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade