Callistemon macropunctatus

Also Known As

Big-Punctatus Bottlebrush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8b-11

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Callistemon macropunctatus plant details

Callistemon macropunctatus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon macropunctatus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon macropunctatus

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shrub to 8' with huge, screaming red bottlebrushes early summer. Sun, any soil. Wow – HUGE red blooms on this large shrub with peeling white bark. This one is super cool and should tolerate temperatures to around 10–15 °F.