Callistemon Macarthur australian-native producing yellow blooms across the

producing yellow blooms across the entire plant over many months

dark green or variegated tufting perennials producing spikes of small purple or white flowers in late summer and autumn

since the strands rot quickly if kept wet

Broad-spectrum copper fungicide for fruit

easing back to half strength monthly over the cooler months

Callistemon Macarthur australian-native producing yellow blooms across theThe bottlebrush is one of the most recognisable and rewarding native genera for Perth gardens. The characteristic cylindrical brushes of red, pink, white, or green flowers are magnetic to honeyeaters and other nectar feeding birds, and the plants themselves are tough, drought tolerant once established, and highly responsive to pruning. Full sun. Well drained soil. Low phosphorus native fertiliser only. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape