The distinctive feature of this bottlebrush is the large soft pink flowerheads borne on an upright, large-leafed medium sized shrub. It flowers in spring and is very adaptable with regard to soil type and climatic conditions. Prune after flowering to encourage a more compact habit.
Callistemon ‘Pink Champagne’ – Bottlebrush
Family : Myrtaceae
Cultivar Name: Pink Champagne
Plant Type : Small shrub, Large shrub
Width : 2
Flowering Time : Spring, Autumn
Soil Type : Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Growth Habit : Evergreen, Open foliage, Column-shaped
Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage, Boggy poorly drained
Special Uses : Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Scientific Name: Callistemon
Common Name : Bottlebrush
Height : 3
Flower Color : White, Pink
pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Flower garden, Drought resistant
Light : Sunny, Light shade
Lifespan : Perennial
Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost
Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies