Description
easing back to half strength monthly over the cooler months
dark green or variegated tufting perennials producing spikes of small purple or white flowers in late summer and autumn
migration patterns
The tree is large
Rich with informative texts
Callistemon Macarthur australian-native easing back to half strengthThe bottlebrush is one of the most recognisable and rewarding native genera for Perth gardens. The characteristic cylindrical brushes of red, pink, white, or green flowers are magnetic to honeyeaters and other nectar feeding birds, and the plants themselves are tough, drought tolerant once established, and highly responsive to pruning. Full sun. Well drained soil. Low phosphorus native fertiliser only. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape