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Callistemon 'Little John'Little John Bottlebrush
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Species overview
The Callistemon 'Little John', commonly known as Little John Bottlebrush, is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its dense blue-green foliage and striking red bottlebrush flowers. Blooming prolifically from spring through autumn, this hardy native plant adds vibrant colour to gardens and attracts pollinators like bees and birds. Growing to a manageable size of 0.8 to 1 metre tall and wide, it is ideal for low hedges, borders, rockeries, or container planting.
Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, Little John Bottlebrush is perfect for small spaces and water-wise gardens.
Specifications
- Height0.8 to 1 metre
- Width0.8 to 1 metre
- Native toAustralia (cultivar origin)
- FoliageDense, blue-green, narrow leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateSlow to moderate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterLow; highly drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and arid regions
Additional Features
- FlowersVibrant red, bottlebrush-shaped blooms; spring through autumn
- FormRounded, bushy growth with compact foliage
- UsesIdeal for low hedges, borders, mass planting, or containers
- SpacingPlant 50 to 80 cm apart for dense hedging or individual displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; shape lightly after flowering if desired
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and hardy
- Drought TolerancePerforms well in water-wise gardens and dry climates
- Salt ToleranceSuitable for coastal gardens and exposed sites
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract bees, birds, and other pollinators
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with vibrant, seasonal floral displays
- VersatilityComplements native, contemporary, and cottage garden styles
Little John Bottlebrush is a compact and versatile shrub, perfect for adding bold colour, structure, and low-maintenance appeal to gardens and landscapes.
Project pedigree: This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. Read the tolerance catalogue record.
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