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Callistemon pallidus

Also Known As

  • Lemon Bottlebrush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Callistemon pallidus plant details

Callistemon pallidus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon pallidus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon pallidus

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This bottlebrush is an erect shrub with yellow-cream to lime-green flowers whorl is long spikes.

Gardening facts about Callistemon pallidus plant

How to Grow Callistemon pallidus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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