River Bottlebrush Pink (Callistemon sieberi ) 200 Seeds
 
River Bottlebrush is a shrub or small tree in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia. The leaves are 20 to 50 mm long and 2 to 5 mm wide with pointed tips. Pink flower spikes are mostly produced between November and January
 
  Bottlebrushes make excellent garden plants.Plants are all woody shrubs which range from 0.5 m to 4 m tall. The flowers can be spectacular and are irresistible to nectar-feeding birds and insects. Most species are frost tolerant.Many species can tolerate (or thrive in) damp conditions, yet most are very hardy and will tolerate drought and limited maintenance. They grow well in a wide variety of soils, except those which are highly alkaline.
 
Plants grown in full sun produce the best flowers.

Plants can be lightly pruned after flowering to keep them in shape. A low-phosphorous fertiliser should be applied in spring and autumn. Mulching will help retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth.
 
 Many Callistemons can tolerate less than perfect drainage but usually perform best in gardens with reasonable drainage and regular availability of water. Callistemons respond to well to annual fertilising after flowering and are not as sensitive as some other Australian plants to phosphorus.
A wonderful Bonsai subject also.
 
Care and propagation notes Included.