CALLISTEMON 'Red Rocket'
Commonly known as Bottlebrush
(syn. C. 'Red Rock') - Bright red new growth on darker foliage and red flowers. This is a small growing variety suitable as a low hedge
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Good to know
More compact than other varieties -
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects under glass -
Place of origin
Garden origin. Australia -
EvergreenLance-shaped leaves 2-6cm (¾-2½in) long
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Spikes
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a warm, sheltered border
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Patio / pot plants
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub with a dense habit. Produces flower spikes to 10cm (4in) long
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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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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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1m (39in)
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