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Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form]
Also Known As
- Blue Leaved Form Bottlebrush
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-12'
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form] plant details
Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, birds, 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, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: myrtaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: collector plant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form]
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Gardening facts about Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form] plant
How to Grow Callistemon pallidus [Blue Leaved Form]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- brown
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 6'-20'
Width: 8'-20'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-15'
Width: 3'-7'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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