CALLISTEMON viridiflorus 'Violaceus'
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CALLISTEMON viridiflorus 'Violaceus'
Commonly known as Bottlebrush
Narrow leaves and purplish red bottlebrush flowers
£16.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects, especially under glass -
Place of origin
Australia (Tasmania) -
EvergreenDensely arranged, sharp-pointed, dark green leaves 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) long
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPurple-red -
SpikesDense spikes to 8cm (3in) 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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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Linear
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, usually arching 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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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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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 Size1.5m (5ft)
2m (6½ft)
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