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Callistemon viminalis 'Light Show' ('LJ23')
Bottlebrush: Patent PP27547
- » Compact, evergreen foliage
- » Attractive red flowers
- » Vigorous grower
- Category:Shrub
- Breeder:Southern Living® Plant Collection
- Hardiness Zone:8B-10
- Height:4-5 ft
- Spread:3-4 ft
- Bloom Color: Red
- Foliage Color: Green
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Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
| • | Attracts Humming-birds |
| • | Attracts Pollinators |
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Blooms all Season |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Hedge |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Salt Tolerant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Additional Information about Callistemon viminalis 'Light Show'
Drought and salt tolerant, this tough shrub is suitable for a variety of landscapes. Light green new growth darkens to emerald green, and striking red bottlebrush flowers appear spring into summer.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Callistemon viminalis 'Light Show'
Water before planting.
Dig hole 2X the width of pot.
Plant 1-2” above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil.
Water and add more soil if needed.
Mulch 1-2” deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem.