Callistemon Viminalis (Dawson River Weeping Bottlebrush)
Callistemon Viminalis (Dawson River Weeping Bottlebrush)
Callistemon Viminalis (Dawson River Weeping Bottlebrush) is a graceful evergreen shrub or small tree, renowned for its pendulous branches and vibrant scarlet bottlebrush flowers. These stunning blooms appear primarily in spring, with additional flowering in autumn and sporadically throughout the year, making it a striking feature in any garden. Its slender, grey-green leaves and elegant weeping habit enhance its ornamental appeal, creating a soft, flowing silhouette.
This hardy Australian native thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to various soils, including wet, acidic, or saline conditions. Ideal for use as a feature tree, screen, or hedge, it also excels near water features, bringing vibrant colour and life to your garden while attracting nectar-loving birds.
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Mature height
5 meters
Mature width
3-5 meters
Spacing
3-5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Bright scarlet flowers with soft grey-green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring and autumn, with sporadic blooms throughout the year (September-May in Australia)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low-maintenance; responds well to pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Thrives in a variety of soils, including wet or saline conditions.