Callistemon viminalis
Weeping Bottlebrush
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Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Description
C. viminalis is a shrub or small tree that is fast growing to 20 to 30 feet tall, with a 15 foot wide spread. It bears narrow light green 6 inch leaves.
Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Blooming
The common name, Bottlebrush, is derived from the inflorescences of flowers on these plants. The densely packed spikes of flowers are arranged along the stem consisting mostly with long, bristle like stamens that give it the look of a bottle brush.
Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Growth
Bottlebrushes are fast growing shrubs and trees. Some plants have pliable branches, which make them a good candidate for an informal hedge. Most bottlebrushes will be severely damaged if temperatures dip below 20°F/-7°C. Grow Callistemon in a shrub border or at the base of a house wall. In areas where Callistemon does not grow hardy, raise plants in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 35°F (2°C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50°F (5-10°C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36°F (2°C).
Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Planting
Can be propagated via rooted cuttings from the stem or from seed.
Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Pest
Spider mites, scale insects, and thornbugs. Other issues include cankers, fungal stem galls, and leaf spots.
Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Interesting facts
Members of the Callistemon genus are so named because of their inflorescences of flowers. The inflorescences have long stamens and all of the individual flowers are clumped together on the stem. The combination of the clustered flowers and long stamens gives the inflorescence the image of bottlebrush, hence the common name.
Weeping Bottlebrush (Callistemon viminalis) - Soil and irrigation
Generally tolerant of alkaline soils; however, they will sometimes suffer from chlorosis. Prefers neutral to acidic soil, medium rich with good drainage.
