
SCARLET BOTTLEBRUSH (Callistemon Rugulosus) Seeds
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SCARLET BOTTLEBRUSH (Callistemon rugulosus)
Quick Facts
- Common Name: Scarlet Bottlebrush
- Botanical Name: Callistemon rugulosus
- Height: Up to 4 meters
- Foliage: Stiff, sharply pointed leaves
- Flower Color: Puffy red flowers with yellow tips
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Habitat: Mallee scrubs, low open woodlands (Northern Grampians, Big Desert, Little Desert, Mount Lofty Ranges)
- Soil: Light, moist soils; tolerates periods of drought
- Frost & Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Why Grow Scarlet Bottlebrush?
- Ornamental Beauty: Vibrant red flowers add striking color to your garden in summer.
- Hardy & Versatile: Ideal as a screen, windbreak, or a standout feature plant.
- Low Maintenance: Compact growth can be maintained with regular pruning after flowering.
Bush Food Note
- Nectar: The sweet nectar can be enjoyed by sucking directly from the flowers or by soaking them in water to create a refreshing drink.
How to Grow
Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Placement:
- Sow seeds directly on the surface of a well-draining seed-raising mix.
- Do not cover the seeds as they require light for germination.
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Germination:
- Germination occurs in 1–3 weeks under optimal conditions.
Planting & Care:
- Soil: Prefers light, moist soil but tolerates periods of dryness once established.
- Location: Full sun or partial shade.
- Watering: Water regularly during establishment, then reduce once mature.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain compact growth and encourage more blooms.
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Add Scarlet Bottlebrush to your native plant collection today! Its striking flowers, hardiness, and versatility make it a must-have for any Australian garden.