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Callistemon pinifolius

Also Known As

  • Pine-Leaved Bottlebrush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Callistemon pinifolius plant details

Callistemon pinifolius is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline and clay soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callistemon pinifolius

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callistemon pinifolius

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline and clay

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large red bottlebrushes are borne atop stems that are adorned with dark green pine needle-like foliage. An easily grown shrub with a loose open and at times nearly weeping habit. Item# 9329.

Gardening facts about Callistemon pinifolius plant

How to Grow Callistemon pinifolius

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • 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
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 8'-10'

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  • 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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