Callistemon pityoides [Mt. Kosciusco Form]

Also Known As

Callistemon pityoides 'Mt Kosciusko Form'
Callistemon pityoides 'Mt. Kozuisko'
Alpine Bottlebrush
Mt. Kosciusko Form Bottlebrush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

7a-11

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Callistemon pityoides [Mt. Kosciusco Form] plant details

Callistemon pityoides [Mt. Kosciusco 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 average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon pityoides [Mt. Kosciusco Form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: compact, dwarf, easy-to-grow, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon pityoides [Mt. Kosciusco Form]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

It just kills us to sell any of these fantastic alpine Bottlebrushes from Australia's highest summit. Dwarf and hardy, these get to be just 3' high domes of evergreen foliage with 3" creamy bottlebrush flowers in late spring. Pest and deer proof. Xeric. No maintenance. Good drainage.