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Slim Bottlebrush - Callistemon viminalis 'Slim'

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Slim Bottlebrush - Callistemon viminalis 'Slim'

Name: Slim Bottlebrush - Callistemon viminalis 'Slim'
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Slim Bottlebrush - 14cm
Price: 14.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

A fast growing, upright narrow native bottlebrush with masses of red flowers. Perfect for tight planting areas, screening, and feature hedging in Melbourne gardens.

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Quick Facts

Position

Full sun to semi shade, Best flowering in full sun.

Size

Approx. 2m to 4m high x 1m to 2m wide at maturity, ideal for narrow garden beds or screening in small spaces.

Water

Low once established, moderate watering during prolonged dry periods or while young.

Uses

Narrow hedges, screening, formal borders, or as a feature plant in tight garden spaces.

Description

Callistemon viminalis 'Slim' is a space saving native bottlebrush developed for urban gardens and tight planting areas. It features dense, upright foliage and a profusion of vibrant red flowers from spring to autumn. Extremely hardy, frost and drought tolerant once established, it is ideal for modern landscapes requiring vertical interest and minimal maintenance.

Key Features:

Narrow, upright habit ideal for tight spaces and urban gardens.
Masses of red bottlebrush flowers in spring, summer and autumn.
High frost and drought tolerance once established.
Fast growing, low maintenance and bird attracting.
Performs well in Melbourne’s coastal and suburban conditions.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: Prefers well drained soil, tolerates a wide range of conditions including sandy and clay loams.
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 narrow form and density.
Flowering: Main flowering in spring with repeat flushes in summer and autumn.

Landscaping Ideas

Use 'Slim' as a vertical feature or narrow hedge along driveways, fences, or courtyard walls. Ideal for small gardens or landscape designs where width is limited. Combine with Lomandra, Westringia, or Grevillea species for texture and colour contrast in modern native gardens.

Expert Tip

For a dense hedge, plant 1 metre apart and trim lightly after flowering. Regular light pruning maintains a slim form and encourages prolific blooming.

FAQ's

Q: How tall does Callistemon 'Slim' grow?

Typically reaches around 3 metres tall and 1-1.3 metres wide, depending on conditions.

Q: Can it be used as a privacy screen?

Yes. Its dense, upright habit makes it perfect for screening and narrow hedges.

Q: Does it tolerate cold Melbourne winters?

Yes. Tested to –6°C with no leaf burn, making it one of the hardiest Callistemons available.

Why Choose Plant Nest?

At Plant Nest, we make it easy to buy plants online with delivery direct to your door. Every plant is hand-selected for quality, carefully packed, and backed by expert advice so you can grow with confidence.

Plant Nest Slim Bottlebrush - Callistemon viminalis 'Slim'

$18.95

$14.95

On sale