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Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form]

Also Known As

  • Bottlebrush
  • Prickly Bottlebrush
  • Scarlet Bottlebrush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-9'
  • W: 9'-13'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form] plant details

Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 9 FT - 13 FT - wide, 6 FT - 9 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form]

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A vigorous red-flowered bottlebrush, with some space between each individual flower on the brush. It flowers profusely at a very young age and is hardy to at least 15 °F. 

Gardening facts about Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form] plant

How to Grow Callistemon brachyandrus [wide leaf form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 6'-20'

Width: 8'-20'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

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Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 8'-10'

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-11

Size

Height: 4'-15'

Width: 3'-7'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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