Callistemon 'Mary McKillop' (Mary McKillop Bottlebrush)
Callistemon 'Mary McKillop' (Mary McKillop Bottlebrush)
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Callistemon 'Mary McKillop' is a stunning Australian native shrub known for its vibrant, bright red, cylindrical bottlebrush flowers. The lush green, glossy foliage complements the bold flowers, creating an eye-catching display. This variety has a compact, upright growth habit, making it perfect for smaller gardens, borders, and containers. The long-lasting flowers attract bees and birds, enhancing biodiversity and providing a touch of colour throughout the spring and summer months.
Callistemon 'Mary McKillop' is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and highly suited to native and coastal gardens.
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Mature height
1–2 meters
Mature width
1–1.5 meters
Spacing
1–1.5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Bright red bottlebrush flowers with green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (September to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove spent flowers. Drought-tolerant once established.
Root System
Forms a moderately deep, non-invasive fibrous root system that remains compact while delivering steady support.