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Callistemon citrinus 'Kings Park Special'


Callistemon citrinus 'Kings Park Special'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
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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