Callistemon 'Candy Pink'Candy Pink Bottlebrush

The Callistemon ‘Candy Pink’, or Candy Pink Bottlebrush, is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its vibrant pink, bottlebrush-shaped flowers that bloom prolifically from spring to summer, with sporadic flowering in autumn. Its fine, narrow green foliage provides a lush backdrop, while the nectar-rich blooms attract birds and pollinators, adding life and color to gardens. Compact and hardy, it grows to 1.5–3 meters, making it ideal for hedging, screening, or feature planting.

This versatile shrub thrives in a range of climates and conditions, offering year-round greenery and seasonal bursts of color.

Specifications:

• Height: 1.5–3 meters
• Width: 1.5–2 meters
• Native to: Australia (cultivar)
• Foliage: Fine, narrow green leaves; evergreen
• Growth rate: Moderate to fast

Conditions:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Climate: Thrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions

Additional Features:

• Flowers: Showy pink bottlebrush blooms from spring to summer, with occasional autumn flowers
• Uses: Perfect for hedging, screening, borders, or as a standalone feature plant
• Spacing: Plant 1–1.5 meters apart for hedges or 2–3 meters for individual displays
• Low Maintenance: Requires light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage blooms
• Pest Resistance: Generally pest-free and resilient
• Wildlife Attraction: Nectar-rich flowers attract birds, bees, and butterflies
• Drought Tolerance: Suitable for low-water gardens once established
• Versatility: Complements native, cottage, and formal garden styles

The Candy Pink Bottlebrush is a hardy and colorful shrub, perfect for adding vibrant blooms and attracting wildlife to gardens and landscapes.