A small to medium shrub with a compact upright form, this great new bottlebrush variety was selected for its unique growth habit and dense foliage displays. Small red flowers appear along the stems throughout Spring, but are small and hidden amongst the leaves, and in cooler months the red tinged new growth create a fantastic contrast against the rich green of the foliage. Suitable for most soil types, the compact growth habit and foliage displays make this a great hedge or feature plant. Very hardy and low maintenance, this plant retains its compact shape without pruning and once established is tolerant of drought and frost.
Callistemon ‘Little Jet’ – Bottlebrush
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Bottlebrush
Scientific Name - Callistemon salignus hybrid
Family - Myrtaceae
Cultivar Name - Little Jet
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 1
Maximum Height - 1.8
Minimum Width - 1.2
Maximum Width - 1.8
Flower Colour - Red
Flowering Time - Spring
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage, Boggy poorly drained
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Hedge, Screen, Attractive foliage, Autumn foliage
Special Uses - Bonsai, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects
Angus Cultivar -