Callistemon viminalis 'LJ1' Better John PBR
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Family Name:
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Myrtaceae |
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Common Name:
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Bottlebrush |
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Size:
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60cm – 1.2m tall x 60 – 90cm wide |
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Growth Rate:
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Moderate |
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Description:
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A compact native shrub with blue-green toned mature foliage. New growth has silver tones, with a soft hairy texture. Small red bottle brush flowers from mid to late spring. |
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Position:
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Full sun to part shade. Suits sandy to well-drained soil. |
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Care:
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Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). If required use slow release fertiliser in spring. If ever required prune every 3-4 years for a natural shape, or every 2 years for a tidy hedge. |
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Features:
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• Easy to grow and quick to establish • Ideal as an informal small hedge • Visit Ozbreed for further information |
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Sizes Grown:
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14cm, 18cm |
