95 Dandenong-Hastings Rd Somerville 3912 – Enter Gate via Eramosa Rd East (unsealed rd)
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Callistemon citrinus ‘Saint Mary MacKillop’ Bottlebrush

Description: A vigorous, evergreen bottlebrush cultivar with dense, arching foliage and prolific, bright red inflorescences that attract nectar-feeding birds and insects. Displays extended flowering across spring and summer with occasional sporadic blooms at other times in warm climates. Its compact, bushy habit suits informal hedging, wildlife gardens, and specimen planting where long-season colour is desired.

Additional information

size	30cm/33cm, 40cm/45Lt, 50cm/52Lt, 75Lt, 100Lt

Specifications

Mature height 4–7 m (varies by form); spread 3–6 m; deciduous; moderate growth; summer flowering.

Position

Full sun required for best flowering; sheltered from late frost advisable.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates a range of pH levels and urban conditions.

Pruning

Prune in late winter to remove suckers and shape; light deadheading after flowering encourages tidiness; avoid “topping”—use selective thinning instead.

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