Red Rocket Bottlebrush - Callistemon citrinus 'Red Rocket'

Callistemon citrinus 'Red Rocket' is a medium sized, compact evergreen shrub distinguished by its vibrant red new foliage. The plant forms a dense, upright habit, making it ideal for hedging, screening or adding accent colour to the garden. Although the flowers are generally insignificant compared to other bottlebrush varieties, the standout feature is the flush of red growth that appears throughout the warmer months. Hardy, low maintenance and adaptable to a wide range of soil types, 'Red Rocket' performs strongly in Melbourne gardens, particularly in native, contemporary and low water designs.

Key Features:

• Soil: Adaptable to most soil types, provided drainage is adequate.
• Light: Full sun to semi shade, with best flowering in sunny positions.
• Watering: Medium, water during establishment and long dry spells.
• Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser if required.
• Maintenance: Light pruning after flushes of new growth keeps it tidy.
• Flowering: Insignificant, known for its beautiful green and red foilage.

Plant in raised or free draining positions and avoid high phosphorus fertilisers to ensure long term plant health.

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