Ornamental shrub for gardens, terraces, patios, flowerbeds and hedges.
Evergreen shrub growing up to 1.5m. Green-greyish and spear-shaped leaves lemon scented when rubbed. Vivid red and spike-shaped flowers growing between the leaves.
Fertile and well-drained soils.
Balcony & Courtyard, Cottage garden, Singular, Wild garden, Urban garden, Coastal garden, Baskets & Containers

Evergreen shrub. Narrow rigid leaves, lemon-scented when crushed. Crimson red brush flowers.
| Flower colour | Red |
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| Flowering period | April, May, June, July, August, Spring, Summer |
| Fragrant | Foliage |
| Foliage persistence | Evergreen |
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| Foliage colour | Green |
| Common name | CALLISTEMON CITRINUS ’Splendens’ - Bottlebrush |
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| Planting period | May, June, Spring |
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| Type of use | Balcony & Courtyard, Cottage garden, Singular, Wild garden, Urban garden, Coastal garden, Baskets & Containers |
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| Exposure | Sun |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil type | Fertile, Potting mix |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | Hardy (-5ºC) |
| Climate zone | Mediterranean, Warm areas, Temperate areas |
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