SLIM™ Callistemon

Slim™Callistemon viminalis ‘CV01’ PBR

• Unique with narrow growth habit
• Great as a screen or hedge
• Highly Myrtle Rust resistant

Description: Slim™ Callistemon provides landscape professionals and homeowners with a bottlebrush solution for tight planting areas.

A large number of flower buds develop in spring and will open to classic bottlebrush throughout spring, summer and later again in autumn.

Has been tested down to -6 degrees Celsius with no leaf burn, this is excellent for a Callistemon.

Size: 3m high x 1.3m wide.

Planting Density: 1-3 plants per m², 1-1.5 plants per linear metre.

Uses: Screen, hedge or feature for tight planting areas.

Position: Full sun to part shade. Suits most soil types. Tolerates drought and frost.

Care: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). If required use slow release fertiliser in spring.

If desired prune to shape 1-3 times a year after flowering (this depends on your requirements, more frequent pruning will provide a tidier hedge/shape).

Where it works: QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA & WA.

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