violet flowered bottlebrush
Callistemon 'Violaceus'
Description:
Rosy-purple “bottlebrush” flowers bloom in early winter, spring, and sporadically year-round; medium to large evergreen shrub that is tough and adaptable; grows best in full sun and tolerates infrequent watering; attracts hummingbirds and beneficial insects.
Native to:
Australia
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
12-15 ft
Width:
10 ft
Flower Color:
Purple
Bloom Period:
April-May
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Hummingbirds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Little or none; prune to shape as desired - can be maintained as a hedge or small tree.
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