Callistemon citrinus 'Red clusters' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Crimson bottlebrush 'Red Cluster' (Callistemon citrinus) is a very popular evergreen container plant. Its red flowers appear from May to October. The dark green leaves are lanceolate. The location should be as sunny as possible. Well-drained, loose and sandy soil is ideal. In favourable conditions, the Crimson bottlebrush 'Red Cluster' reaches a height of approx. 3 m and grows up to 2.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Crimson bottlebrush 'Red Cluster' are dark green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free hibernation at 10 to 15°C is required.

Growth
Shrub-like.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over flowers and leaves.

Flower
Callistemon citrinus 'Red Cluster' forms red flowers from May. With the right care, re-flowering in February.

Use
Tub, winter garden