How to grow Bottlebrush

Callistemon

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Remember when planting these or planting things around them that they have a natural herbicide that kills weeds and such.

Keep moist except for winter let them dry a bit to protect them from freezing. Avoid planting in wet areas as they are prone to root rot.

Propagation is by cuttings and seeds.¹

Growing Bottlebrush from seed

Sow from seeds collected from trees or make cuttings for planting slips. Keep moist.

Transplanting Bottlebrush

If transplanting from one position to another, place a marker on the plant indicating north and realign to the same aspect in its new position. This seems to improve survival rates.

Transplant slips after you see new growth appearing.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Bottlebrush is a hardy plant.

Seed Saving Bottlebrush

collect seeds and keep in dry place. best stored in paper bags until ready.

How long does Bottlebrush take to grow?

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Other names for Bottlebrush

Callistemon, Bottle Brush Tree, Woodlanders bottlebrush

Callistemon R. Br.

Footnotes

¹ en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Callistemon