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Callistemon citrinus 'Kings Park Special'
Vigorous large shrub, narrow long green leaves. Masses of bright red bottlebrush flowers with gold anthers appear in terminal clusters in spring and autumn. Tolerant of poor dry soils, though prefers some moisture. Provides nectar for bees and birds. Good for hedging.
Genus
Callistemon
Species
citrinus
Cultivar
'Kings Park Special'
Common name
Bottlebrush
Family name
Myrtaceae
Place of origin
Australia
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in clay soils / Grows in most soil types / Grows in sandy soils / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Magnificent / Nourishment / Paradise / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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