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CALLISTEMON citrinus 'Splendens'
Commonly known as Bottlebrush

The most vivid scarlet flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, mealy bugs, scale insects under glass. -
Place of origin
Australia (New South Wales, Victoria) -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenDark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long with prominent oil glands.
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Red
Vivid scarlet -
SpikesTo 15cm (6in) long at tips of shoots
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft) -
Tall ShrubLax shrub with slender, arching branches
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented foliageLeaves release attractive lemon scent when crushed.
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Australian / New ZealandGreenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterPatio / pot plants
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Against a wall
Full sun
Callistemon - Growing Guide
Planting Combinations




