Bottlebrush

Plant Identification

Bottlebrush, a native of Australia, is an evergreen shrub or tree. The genus is identified by the colorful flowers that appear as long, bristly clusters of filaments around a stem. Bottlebrush is used as a formal clipped hedge, informal screen, or trained as a small specimen tree. Dwarf forms exist that make a lovely small hedge.

Optimum conditions for growth

Bottlebrush plants are adapted to temperate climate zones and can be damaged at temperatures below 20° F. They are somewhat tolerant of saline and alkaline soils but may exhibit chlorosis. Bottlebrush does best in full sun with well-drained soils. Once established bottlebrush requires little summer water, with the exception of weeping bottlebrush (C. viminalis), which does require ample water.

Pests and Disorders

Invertebrates

Environmental Disorders

Weeds and Other Unwanted Plants