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CALLISTEMON rigidus
Commonly known as Stiff bottlebrush
Hardy red bottlebrush which thrives in poor soils in full sun
£16.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, mealy bugs, scale insects under glass. -
Place of origin
Australia (Queensland, New South Wales) -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenLinear to lance-shaped, matt, dark-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long.
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Red
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SpikesNumerous spikes to 5cm (2in) long
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
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Patio / pot plants
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Linear
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Height
1-2.5m (3-8ft) -
Spread
2-3m (6-10ft)
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Tall ShrubBushy, stiff-stemmed shrub
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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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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
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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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Against a wall
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Full sun
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Mature Size1-2.5m (3-8ft)
2-3m (6-10ft)
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Callistemon - Growing Guide
