Callistemon ‘Great Balls of Fire’ – Bottlebrush

 

Callistemon ‘Great Balls of Fire’ is a striking foliage plant that deserves a place in many gardens. It is hardy in diverse situations, and is a naturally easy care plant, that will really shine with a little bit of extra care such as a light pruning every now and again. This cultivar rarely flowers but should be grown for its wonderful, bright pink to red new growth which is borne on a very compact, bun-shaped shrub. It grows well in a wide range of climatic conditions, from humid tropical areas to cool temperate climates. Once established it is dry tolerant, but it will appreciate deep watering in dry periods. A light regular trim and an application of a good general purpose fertiliser will be beneficial. if it gets neglected, this plant can take a heavier pruning, and will respond well thanks to the many dormant buds in its stems.

Family : Myrtaceae
Cultivar Name: Great Balls of Fire
Plant Type : Small shrub
Width : 3
Flowering Time :
Soil Type : Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam
Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading
Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Special Uses : Bonsai, Street tree, Erosion control, Bird nesting plant, Pollution tolerant
Scientific Name: Callistemon
Common Name : Bottlebrush
Height : 3
Flower Color :
pH Level : Neutral
Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Container growing, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Light : Sunny, Light shade
Lifespan :
Frost Tolerance :
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