How big does a dwarf bottlebrush get?

Callistemon ‘Little John’

How tall is a bottle brush tree?

Mature specimens can reach 25 to 30 feet tall in 30-years but most trees are seen 15 to 20 feet high and wide. The narrow, light green, three to four-inch-long leaves tend to grow only at the ends of the long, hanging branches, creating a weeping effect.

Is there a dwarf bottlebrush?

A dwarf Bottlebrush variety, Callistemon ‘Little John’ is a beautiful, dense, evergreen shrub grown for its dazzling blood red flowers and evergreen foliage of narrow, blue-green leaves. The blooms are a copious source of nectar for birds and hummingbirds. They also make excellent cut flowers.

Is bottlebrush fast growing?

C. viminalis ‘Prolific’ – A small, fast-growing tree 4-6 m high by 4 m wide with large red brushes. viminalis ‘Wild River’ – A semi-weeping form from North Queensland 4 m high by 2 m wide with brilliant red brushes. Callistemon can be propagated easily from seed which falls readily from mature fruit capsules when dry.

Is bottlebrush poisonous to dogs?

Crimson Bottlebrush A popular landscape addition in the Southwest, the bottlebrush is non-toxic to dogs.

How far apart do you plant dwarf bottlebrush?

Growing tips Can be easily propagated by cuttings. Some varieties can cause issues with sewerage and water mains. It is best to plant these between 4-6 metres away from these services.

What kills bottlebrush trees?

It is not likely to kill bottlebrush plants, but it is hard to rid the soil of the fungus. Your best bet is to treat the area with fungicides and move the tree to another location.

Why is my bottlebrush dying?

Root rot results from too much water in the soil. Bottlebrushes need well drained soil, not wet soil. When the soil is too moist, the root rot fungus can attack the shrub’s roots as well as the plant’s neighbors. You’ll see the branches dying back, leaves yellowing and falling, and the trunk turning strange colors.

Do bottlebrush have invasive roots?

Are Bottlebrush Roots Invasive? No – bottlebrush trees are considered to have fairly non-invasive root systems. Although they will naturally try to spread towards water sources they are not known for damaging pipes, walls or foundations.

Is a bottlebrush poisonous?

“The leaves and especially the seeds of bottlebrush buckeye are highly poisonous and ingestion could be fatal for people or livestock.”

How much sun does a bottlebrush tree need?

To get the most beautiful blooms, plant Bottlebrush in a location with full sun exposure. Full sun is at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. Once established, these plants can tolerate drought. They prefer soil that is moist but well-drained.

Do bottlebrush trees have invasive roots?

How big does Captain Cook bottlebrush tree get?

C. ‘Candy Pink’ – Medium shrub to 4m that flowers all year with large dark pink brushes. C. ‘Captain Cook’ – Small shrub to 1.5m with abundant red brushes. C. ‘Dawson River Weeper’ – Bright red flowering small tree to 6m. C. ‘Endeavour’ – Hardy dense shrub 2.5m x 2.5m with long brilliant red flowers.

What kind of plant is the Captain Cook?

Callistemon viminalis ‘Captain Cook’ – Bottlebrush Family: Myrtaceae Scientific Name: Callistemon viminalis Cultivar: Captain Cook Common Name: Bottlebrush Plant Type: Small shrub

How tall does a red flowering bottlebrush get?

No products in the cart. All prices in our shop include postage! One of the best smaller growing red flowering bottlebrushes. It forms an erect but compact shrub, growing to around a metre and a half high and wide. The small, narrow leaves make this a great hedge plant also, and it responds well to pruning.

When is the best time to plant Captain Cook bottlebrush?

Masses of large bright red flowers give spectacular colour in spring and summer. Smaller and more compact than other bottlebrushes, to 1m and very generous with flowers. Very hardy native, great for attracting birds. We can’t ship this product to South Australia or Western Australia for biosecurity reasons.