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(Callistemon citrinus)

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Description

The Lemon Bottlebrush plant can be used as a shrub or as a medium sized tree.  It can also be used as a beautiful privacy screen hedge or as a border.  The flowers are bright red and have a lemony scent, blooming throughout the year in Phoenix.  The fragrant flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.  Give it full sun, soil with good drainage, and moderate water.  Fertilize in the spring and summer.

Plant Information

Plant Type

Large Shrub, Small Tree

Origin

Australia

Size (H x W)

10' x 12'

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Moderate

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Throughout the Year