Willow Bottlebrush - Callistemon salignus (White bottlebrush) seeds

WILLOW BOTTLEBRUSH
Scientific Name: Callistemon salignus
Common Name: Willow Bottlebrush

Quick Facts

• Growth Habit: Small tree reaching up to 7 meters tall and 5 meters wide.
• Flowers: Creamy white blooms up to 5 cm long, appearing in late spring.
• Foliage: Bright green, willow-like leaves give the plant its common name.
• Bark: Attractive paper-barked trunks with cream and tan hues.
• Growth Rate: Can grow up to 1200 mm per year under ideal conditions.

Why Grow Willow Bottlebrush?

• Ornamental Beauty: Elegant weeping canopy within five years.
• Wildlife-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds with its flowers.
• Versatile: Thrives in most soil conditions, including waterlogged areas.

Bush Food Note

• Flowers: Bottlebrush flowers produce sweet nectar, which can be:
  • Sucked directly from the flowers.
  • Soaked in water to make a sweet, refreshing drink.

How to Grow

Planting Tips

• Position: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
• Soil: Adaptable to a variety of soils, including clay and waterlogged areas.
• Watering: Regular watering when young; drought-tolerant once established.

Care Instructions

• Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage denser foliage.

Germination

• Sowing Method:
  • Sow seeds directly on the surface of the soil.
  • Do not cover, as light aids germination.
• Germination Time: 1–4 weeks.

Uses in Your Garden

• Screening and Shade: Perfect for privacy or as a focal shade tree.
• Wet Areas: Ideal for planting in waterlogged or problematic sites.
• Wildlife Habitat: Supports native pollinators and birdlife.

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Bring the elegance of Callistemon salignus to your garden today. Its vibrant foliage, graceful canopy, and wildlife appeal make it a must-have for native plant lovers.