Callistemon citrinus 'Candy Pink'
This species belongs
to the Myrtaceae family and is a cultivar of Callistemon citrinus, commonly called
the Bottlebrush. Growing to
approximately 4 metres in height, this small Australian native tree is extremely
hardy and adaptable, thriving almost anywhere and capable of growing in a range
of soil types and positions. Its large
brush like flowers are dark pink in colour and there are usually several
flowering flushes each year providing a nice contrast in a native garden. Leaves are lance shaped and the dense,
weeping foliage creates the perfect screening effect. Planting this tree in moist areas or along steep
hills can help to control erosion. It
prefers full sun but can also tolerate a little shade. Once established, the tree will tolerate
frost and drought. This species is ideal
for low maintenance
and coastal gardens and besides being commonly used as a feature specimen, they
can also be grown as a hedge, screen and windbreak. The bottlebrush attracts wildlife such as
bees, nectar eating birds, butterflies and other insects.
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