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Lemon Bottlebrush

Callistemon Citrinus

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Overview

The Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus) is an eye-catching evergreen shrub, notable for its vibrant red, brush-like flowers and citrus-scented leaves. It reaches a mature size of 8-10 feet tall and 5-8 feet wide, flourishing in full sun and well-drained soils. This Australian native offers year-round interest, is drought-tolerant, and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators, making it an excellent addition to low-maintenance and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — The Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus) is an eye-catching evergreen shrub

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
15–25 Ft.
Mature width
12–20 Ft.

Classification

Family
Myrtaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — though it flourishes in soil that is moist and well-drained; this plant is a popular choice for adding splashes of
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — attracting pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds; however, it is advisable to provide supplemental watering
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — evergreen leaves are lance-shaped and release a citrus fragrance when crushed; it reaches a mature size of 8-10 feet
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — However, it is advisable to provide supplemental watering during the dry months; this plant is a popular choice for
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — In more temperate regions; however, it is advisable to provide supplemental watering during the dry months
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — Callistemon citrinus may require protection from frost.<br><br>Whether used as a specimen plant; ensuring the plant
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — or part of a mixed border; it reaches a mature size of 8-10 feet tall and 5-8 feet wide, flourishing in full sun and
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — its resilient nature and showy appearance make the Lemon Bottlebrush a valuable addition to any garden; this plant
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — The Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus) is an eye-catching evergreen shrub; it reaches a mature, image 57
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — notable for its vibrant red; this plant is a popular choice for adding splashes of vivid red to, image 58
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — brush-like flowers and citrus-scented leaves; however, it is advisable to provide supplemental watering, image 59
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — It reaches a mature size of 8-10 feet tall and 5-8 feet wide, flourishing in full sun and well-drained, image 60
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — This Australian native offers year-round interest; it reaches a mature size of 8-10 feet tall and 5-8, image 61
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators; this plant is a popular choice for adding splashes of vivid, image 62
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — making it an excellent addition to low-maintenance and wildlife-friendly gardens; however, it is, image 63
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — scientifically known as Callistemon citrinus; ensuring the plant remains a focal point in the landscape, image 64
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — is a vibrant and robust evergreen shrub native to Australia; it reaches a mature size of 8-10 feet tall, image 65
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — Renowned for its distinctive brush-like flowers; this plant is a popular choice for adding splashes of, image 66
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — this plant is a popular choice for adding splashes of vivid red to landscapes and gardens; however, it, image 67
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — Callistemon citrinus thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11; ensuring the plant remains a focal, image 68
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — This hardy shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and is adaptable to a variety of soil types; it, image 69
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — though it flourishes in soil that is moist and well-drained; this plant is a popular choice for adding, image 70
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — attracting pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds; however, it is advisable to provide supplemental, image 71
Lemon Bottlebrush (Callistemon Citrinus) — The flowers can reach lengths of approximately 4 to 6 inches; ensuring the plant remains a focal point, image 72

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