Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [JWG Form]

Also Known As

Bottlebrush JWG Form

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

7a-11

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Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [JWG Form] plant details

Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [JWG Form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees 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 clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [JWG Form]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [JWG Form]

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Callistemon sieberi is one of the hardiest bottlebrushes, if not THE hardiest. It comes in many forms, but is always a small shrub with showy cream colored flowers and narrow leaves. This plant is probably a form of C. sieberi but I can't be absolutely certain. It was originally collected as C. viridiflorus, which it clearly is not. It has narrow leaves, showy yellow flowers, and may reach 4' x 4' eventually. Thanks to the late Jim Gerdemann for sharing this plant from his extensive collection. Hardy to at least 0 – 5 °FF.