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Callistemon 'Reeves Pink'Reeves Pink Bottlebrush
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Species overview
The Callistemon 'Reeves Pink', commonly known as Reeves Pink Bottlebrush, is a vibrant Australian native shrub celebrated for its fluffy, pink, bottlebrush-shaped flowers that bloom profusely in spring and summer. This medium-sized, evergreen plant combines beauty with resilience, thriving in tough conditions while providing a bold splash of colour to any garden. Its drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature make it an excellent choice for a wide variety of landscapes.
Specifications
- Height2 to 3 metres
- Width2 to 3 metres
- Native toAustralia
- FoliageNarrow, green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; adapts to sandy, loamy, or clay soils
- LightFull sun
- WaterLow; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and Mediterranean regions
Additional Features
- FlowersBright pink, bottlebrush-shaped blooms; attract pollinators such as bees and birds
- FormDense, upright growth habit; ideal for hedges or feature planting
- UsesSuitable for hedging, screening, feature planting, or wildlife gardens
- SpacingPlant 1.5 to 2 metres apart for dense hedging or 3 metres apart as individual specimens
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage blooms
- Pest ResistanceGenerally resilient to pests and diseases
- Drought ToleranceHigh once established; suitable for low-water gardens
- Frost ToleranceHandles light frost; suitable for mild winter climates
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract bees, butterflies, and nectar-feeding birds
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with seasonal blooms in spring and summer
- VersatilityComplements native, formal, and contemporary garden styles
The Reeves Pink Bottlebrush is a hardy and versatile shrub, perfect for adding vibrant colour and structure to low-maintenance gardens. Its stunning pink blooms and easy-care nature make it a favourite for gardeners of all skill levels.
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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