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Callistemon citrinus

Family Myrtaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 7.5 m (3 - 25 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 7.5 m (2 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Callistemon citrinus (crimson bottlebrush) bears showy, dark red and repeat-blooming blossoms. This broadleaf evergreen is spreading in form and has deep aquamarine foliage that is matte, fine textured, evergreen and aromatic. The bark is fissured in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning broadleaf evergreen which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, container, hedge, specimen, screening, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Callistemon citrinus . Callistemon citrinus is tolerant of drought, wet sites, compacted soil, pollution and salt.