Slim™ Callistemon
Callistemon viminalis ‘CV01’ PVR Trade Name Slim™
- Unique with narrow growth habit
- Great as a screen or hedge
- Highly Myrtle Rust resistant
Description: Slim™ Callistemon provides landscape professionals and homeowners with a bottlebrush solution for tight planting areas.
A large number of flower buds develop in spring and will open to classic bottlebrush throughout spring, summer and later again in autumn.
Has been tested down to -6 degrees Celsius with no leaf burn, this is excellent for a Callistemon.
- Size: 3000mm high x 1300mm wide.
- Planting Density: 1-3 plants per m², 1-1.5 plants per linear metre.
- Uses: Screen, hedge or feature for tight planting areas.
- Position: Full sun to part shade. Suits most soil types. Tolerates drought and frost.
- 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. If desired prune to shape 1-3 times a year after flowering (this depends on your requirements, more frequent pruning will provide a tidier hedge/shape).
- Where it works: QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA & WA.
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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