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Common Name: |
Weeping Bottlebrush
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| Scientific Name: |
Callistemon Viminalis
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| Type of Plant: |
Shrub or tree
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| Description: |
Large shrub or a weeping tree with long linear green leaves and blooms a cylindrical, brush shaped red flower that resembles a bottle brush.
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| Height: |
up to 20’
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Width: |
20' |
| Blooming: |
Spring and fall
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Fruit:
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Flowers grow into woody capsules.
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| Climate Requirements: |
Grows best in full sun and in a warm climate. Water frequently until established.
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| Care Requirements: |
Can be pruned to maintain shrub shape or in a standard weeping (tree) form.
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Special Needs: |
None |
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Special Uses/Attributes: |
The intrigue of the beautiful red “bottlebrush” bloom is always a great characteristic to have in one’s garden or landscaping.
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Florida Native: |
No |
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FYI: |
Attracts hummingbirds and is very low maintenance.
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