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Crimson Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus)
Dense, evergreen tree with rounded canopy. A blossom of crimson “bottle brush” flowers appear from spring to late summer. Can be used under powerlines. Not suitable for use in narrow nature strips.
Evergreen/deciduous: evergreen
Maintenance: low
Pest and disease: none known.
Height: 5m x 5 m
Growth rate: medium
Canopy density: high
Origin: Western Australia
Drought tolerances: high
Water-logging tolerance: high
Wind tolerance: high
Frost tolerance: high
Pollution tolerance: moderate