Callistemon Viminalis ‘Prolific’ (Prolific Bottlebrush)
Callistemon Viminalis ‘Prolific’ (Prolific Bottlebrush)
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Callistemon Viminalis ‘Prolific’ (Prolific Bottlebrush) is a fast-growing Australian native shrub to small tree valued for its masses of bright red bottlebrush flowers, dense green foliage, and strong garden performance. Its vibrant blooms appear mainly in spring, with spot flowering possible throughout the year, creating excellent seasonal colour while attracting nectar-feeding birds, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
With its larger growth habit and reliable screening ability, Callistemon Viminalis ‘Prolific’ (Prolific Bottlebrush) is ideal for hedging, screening, windbreaks, feature planting, native gardens, and larger landscape projects. Hardy, adaptable, and low maintenance once established, this bottlebrush is a great choice for customers wanting a tough Australian native with bold flowers, dense coverage, and year-round evergreen structure.
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Mature height
4–6 metres
Mature width
2–4 metres
Spacing
2–4 metres apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Bright red bottlebrush flowers with dense deep green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring, with possible spot flowering throughout the year
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Water regularly during establishment, then only as needed once established. Prune after flowering to maintain shape, manage height, and encourage dense growth.
Root System
Fibrous, moderately spreading root system. Suitable for general garden and landscape planting when given adequate space; avoid planting too close to pipes, drains, or hard surfaces.