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Callistemon viminalis

Family Myrtaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 9 m (3 - 30 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 4 m (5 - 12 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Callistemon viminalis (weeping bottlebrush) yields showy, bright red and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to mid summer. This plant is weeping in form and has matte, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is faded green in colour. The bark is fissured in texture. Callistemon viminalis (weeping bottlebrush) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, container, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Callistemon viminalis tolerates drought and pollution. This broadleaf evergreen attracts hummingbirds to your garden.