Bottlebrushes (Callistemon)

Bottlebrushes

The bottlebrushes (Callistemon) are a sizable group of flowering shrubs in the myrtle family. Bottlebrushes are so-named because of their flowers – growing in long cylindrical clusters and sporting very long, straight stamens, they bear a strong resemblance to the brushes used to clean bottles. These plants' showy blooms, which tend to show up from mid-spring through early summer, have made them quite popular as ornamentals.

Scientific classification

Genus

Bottlebrushes (Callistemon)

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Perennial

Lifespan

2.5 m

Spread

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Bottlebrushes

Species

Crimson bottlebrush Bottlebrush Weeping bottlebrush White bottlebrush Blackdown Bottlebrush Crimson bottlebrush 'Mauve Mist'Weeping bottlebrush 'Captain Cook'Dwarf crimson bottlebrush 'Little John'Weeping bottlebrush 'Little John'Crimson bottlebrush 'Perth Pink'Callistemon paludosus Callistemon pityoides

Care Guide for Bottlebrushes

Every 2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Bottlebrushes is an Australian native that flourishes with moderate moisture and can endure brief droughts. It needs watering biweekly and is typically grown outdoors due to its size and beauty. As an evergreen, bottlebrushes retains moisture in its needle-like leaves, remaining vibrant in dry conditions.

Propagation: Propagation methods for bottlebrushes include seed sowing, stem cuttings, layering, and grafting. Seed germination needs well-draining soil, while cuttings prefer moist, sandy soil. Using semi-hardwood cuttings and rooting hormone enhances success. Care is needed to prevent root rot, making propagation moderately challenging.

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