Red Alert™ Callistemon

Callistemon viminalis ‘KPS38’  Red Alert™

• A compact bottlebrush hedge with new red growth
• Needs less pruning to establish a hedge than Photinia

Description: Red Alert™ Callistemon is a unique bottlebrush with vivid new red growth for two months in autumn and two months in spring, with lighter new red growth for even more months.

It’s a native alternative to Photinia that requires less pruning, is very drought and frost tolerant, thrives in windy situations and suits most soil.

• Size: 2000 – 2400mm high x 1500 – 2000mm wide unpruned; 500mm – 2000mm high x 400mm-1500mm wide pruned.
• Planting Density: 1-2 plants per m², 1-2 plants per linear metre.
• Uses: Hedge or specimen shrub.
• Position: Full sun to part shade. Suits most soil types. Tolerates frost and drought.
• Care: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). If required use slow release fertiliser in spring.
• Prune to shape 1-3 times a year after red new growth (this depends on your requirements, more frequent pruning will provide a tidier hedge/shape).

Buy this Plant 
Purchase this plant through your local garden centre or plant supplier in New Zealand. If it is not currently in stock, most suppliers can arrange a special order. You can also buy Ozbreed plants online, making them easily accessible for home gardeners, landscape designers, architects, and contractors.

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