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CALLISTEMON salignus
Commonly known as White bottlebrush, Willow-leafed bottlebrush

One of the hardiest of the bottlebrushes with narrow willow-like leaves and pale yellow flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Ornamental bark
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, mealy bugs, scale insects under glass. -
Place of origin
Australia (South Australia, New South Wales). -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenNarrowly lance-shaped, pale green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Yellow
Pale yellow -
Spikes3-5cm (1¼-2in) long
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
5-12m (15-40ft) -
Spread
3-5m (10-15ft) -
Tall ShrubErect to spreading shrub or small tree with papery white bark
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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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Rounded to broadly columnar
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Mature Size5-12m (15-40ft)
3-5m (10-15ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Australian / New ZealandBorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny borderPatio / 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