Callistemon Kings Park Special

Common Name:
Kings Park Special Bottlebrush

Description:
Callistemon 'Kings Park Special' is a robust Australian native shrub or small tree, celebrated for its prolific display of bright red, cylindrical flower spikes that bloom primarily in spring and autumn. The lance-shaped, aromatic leaves provide an attractive evergreen backdrop to the vibrant blossoms. This cultivar thrives in a variety of soil types, including sandy, clay, and loamy soils, and prefers moist but well-drained conditions. It is well-suited to Melbourne's climate, tolerating both full sun and part shade, as well as light frost. Regular pruning after flowering encourages a denser habit and promotes further blooming. 'Kings Park Special' is ideal for use as a feature plant, hedge, or screen, and it attracts nectar-feeding birds, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden. 

Form:

• Shrub - Large
• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 4 metres
• Width: 4 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Bright Red

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• Bird Attracting
• Suitable for Hedging
• Drought Tolerant
• Frost Tolerant

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea species
• Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)
• Westringia fruticosa
• Leptospermum species