Product description
Callistemon citrinus is an evergreen, bushy garden shrub that will bring its eye-catching, fluffy, cylindrical flower heads to ensure a vibrant display. Each flower that grows bears a red colour that bursts onto the scene with great effect - this will occur between the period of Spring and Summer, with the plants lush, green foliage providing year-round interest. This plant is ideal for pots, containers, beds, borders and more and should be planted in moist, well drained soil. Regular watering should be carried out in Summer, with less needed as the year progresses and the plant should be placed in full sunlight to ensure greater long term growth.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a grower’s pot.
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Callistemon citrinus
Callistemon citrinus
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Product description
Callistemon citrinus is an evergreen, bushy garden shrub that will bring its eye-catching, fluffy, cylindrical flower heads to ensure a vibrant display. Each flower that grows bears a red colour that bursts onto the scene with great effect - this will occur between the period of Spring and Summer, with the plants lush, green foliage providing year-round interest. This plant is ideal for pots, containers, beds, borders and more and should be planted in moist, well drained soil. Regular watering should be carried out in Summer, with less needed as the year progresses and the plant should be placed in full sunlight to ensure greater long term growth.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a grower’s pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Use horticultural fleece or extra mulch to protect the roots against frost damage in winter. Potted plants should be moved indoors over the coldest months.
How to Water
Water young plants regularly during the first year. Drought tolerant once established.
How to Plant
Callistemon grows well in partial shade, but for the best show of flowers, plant in full sun. Choose a sheltered spot with moist but well-draining soil and dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, adding in some garden compost to boost the nutrients in the soil. Gently tease out the roots and place the plant in the hole before backfilling. Firm down gently and water in well.
