Callistemon Salignus 'Tangerine' (Tangerine Bottlebrush)
Callistemon Salignus 'Tangerine' (Tangerine Bottlebrush)
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Callistemon Salignus 'Tangerine' (Tangerine Bottlebrush) is a vibrant and eye-catching ornamental shrub known for its striking tangerine-orange bottlebrush flowers that appear in abundance through the warmer months. Its slender, willow-like green foliage creates a soft, elegant backdrop that enhances the bold flower spikes, making it a standout feature in any garden. This variety brings strong seasonal colour and is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and nectar-feeding birds, adding life and movement to outdoor spaces.
Perfect for hedging, screening, or as a feature planting, this hardy Australian native thrives in a wide range of conditions and performs best in full sun. Once established, it is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and reliable, making it an excellent choice for both residential and commercial landscapes. Customers choose this variety for its long flowering period, strong visual impact, and ability to provide year-round structure with minimal upkeep.

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Mature height
3–5 m (can be pruned smaller)
Mature width
2–3 m
Spacing
2–3 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Tangerine-orange flowers; soft green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer, with occasional repeat flowering in warm conditions
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low to moderate; prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
Root System
Fibrous, generally non-invasive when properly spaced