Callistemon spp. 'Sweet Burst'
This dwarf Callistemon is ideal for small yards. Despite its compact size, its soft pink flowers create a striking impact, attracting native birds and bees to your garden. It blooms in spring, with occasional flowers appearing throughout the year.
Callistemon are generally low-maintenance and can tolerate light frost once established.
Soil: Tolerates any soil, suitable for poor soils.
Aspect: Full sun to part shade.
Maintenance: Prune after flowering, typically late spring to early summer, to maintain size and shape. Apply a native fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth.
Water Requirements: Drought tolerant once established but will benefit from supplementary watering.
Seasonal Interest: Spring and autumn flowering.
Landscape Uses
This Callistemon can be used in several ways in your garden. As a low hedge, it can help define a section of your garden. In rockeries, it adds height and depth without dwarfing smaller plants, or it can blend seamlessly into a native planting. Alternatively, when planted in pots, it can stand out as a feature plant.
Dimensions
Height grows to 1.2m
Width grows to 1.2m