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CALLISTEMON rigidus
Commonly known as Stiff bottlebrush
Hardy red bottlebrush which thrives in poor soils in full sun
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EvergreenLinear to lance-shaped, matt, dark-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long.
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Red -
Height1-2.5m (3-8ft) -
Spread2-3m (6-10ft)
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Tall ShrubBushy, stiff-stemmed shrub
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy 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) -
Against a wall
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Full sun
CALLISTEMON rigidus
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites, mealy bugs, scale insects under glass.
Place of originAustralia (Queensland, New South Wales)Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeSpikesNumerous spikes to 5cm (2in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New ZealandPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable 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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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Callistemon - Growing Guide
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1-2.5m (3-8ft)
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2-3m (6-10ft) |
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
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All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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