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Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [small hairy-form]

Also Known As

  • Small hairy-form Bottlebrush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [small hairy-form] plant details

Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [small hairy-form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees 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 [small hairy-form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [small hairy-form]

USDA Zones: 8a - 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 is perhaps the most compact and dense growing of any Callistemon – remaining under 3' tall and wide with tiny leaves and beautiful silky new growth. Yellow flowers are produced on mature plants. If you are one of those people with high standards for cuteness, this is the Callistemon for you. Hardy to at least 0 – 5 °F.

Gardening facts about Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [small hairy-form] plant

How to Grow Callistemon sp. aff. sieberi [small hairy-form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • 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

Shrub

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 8'-10'

  • sun
  • 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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aka Alpine Bottlebrush, Bottlebrush, River Bottlebrush

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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