Position
Full sun to semi shade, Best flowering in full sun.
Dwarf Bottlebrush Little John - Callistemon viminalis 'Little John'
A hardy dwarf native with dark red flowers and blue-grey foliage. Ideal for low hedges, rockeries, containers and mass planting across Melbourne gardens.
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Quick Facts
Size
Approx. 1m to 2m high x 1m to 2m wide at maturity, forming a compact shrub.
Water
Low once established, water regularly while young or during extended heat.
Uses
Low hedging, borders, containers, rockeries, embankments, and native gardens.
Description
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' is one of the most popular dwarf bottlebrushes in Australia. Its compact, rounded habit and soft blue grey foliage create a striking contrast with dark red spikes in spring and summer. Perfect for small gardens, borders, or native landscapes, this low maintenance shrub attracts birds, bees, and butterflies while thriving in a variety of soil types and climates. Including Melbourne’s dry summers.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Adaptable to most soil types, provided drainage is adequate.
- Light: Full sun to semi shade, with best flowering in sunny positions.
- Watering: Low water requirements once established, avoiding waterlogged soils.
- Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser if required.
- Maintenance: Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a dense, compact shape.
- Flowering: Main flowering period is spring to summer, with occasional blooms at other times.
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Dwarf Bottlebrush Little John - Callistemon viminalis 'Little John'
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