Bottle Brush Melaleuca viminalis, Callistemon viminalist Flowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: Non-nativeOrigin: Northeast coastal and western AustraliaFamily: MyrtaceaeSize: Varies by species – 2′ to 40′Sun: FullWatering: Infrequent, deep wateringGrowth Rate:Soil: Tolerant, but prefers well drainedTemperature: Hardy to 20 F, but struggles above 112 FPruning: Prune in mid to late spring after flowering.Disease and Pests:Uses: Great nectar plant for bees, butterflies and HummingbirdsNotes: Cultivars include ‘Captain Cook’ (dwarf), ‘Little John’ (dwarf) and ‘Slim’ (narrow upright habit) Resources Public ASU Smart Plant Tags Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. Products search Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...