Crimson Bottlebrush 'Perth Pink', Callistemon 'Perth Pink', Callistemon pearsonii 'Perth Pink', Melaleuca citrina 'Perth Pink'
Callistemon citrinus ‘Perth Pink’ (Crimson Bottlebrush) is a compact, small to medium, evergreen shrub with narrow, mid-green, leathery, aromatic leaves covered in silky hairs and emerging pink. Masses of bright pink bottlebrush-like flower spikes, 4 in. long (10 cm), are on display in spring and fall. The blooms are a copious source of nectar for birds and hummingbirds. They also make excellent cut flowers. This Crimson Bottlebrush is perfect for hedges, windbreaks, erosion control or simply as an accent plant in the garden.
| Hardiness |
10 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Callistemon, Melaleuca |
| Common names | Bottlebrush, Crimson Bottlebrush |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 5' (150cm) |
| Spread | 5' (150cm) |
| Spacing |
60" - 96" (150cm - 240cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
10 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Callistemon, Melaleuca |
| Common names | Bottlebrush, Crimson Bottlebrush |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 5' (150cm) |
| Spread | 5' (150cm) |
| Spacing |
60" - 96" (150cm - 240cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Callistemon citrinus ‘Perth Pink’ (Crimson Bottlebrush) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Callistemon citrinus ‘Perth Pink’ (Crimson Bottlebrush) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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