Callistemon viminalis Dawson River Weeper

Common Name:
Dawson River Weeper Bottlebrush

Description:
Callistemon viminalis 'Dawson River Weeper' is an evergreen Australian native known for its graceful weeping habit and vibrant red, bottlebrush-like flowers. This plant can be cultivated as a large shrub or trained into a small tree, making it versatile for various garden settings. Flowering profusely in spring, with a potential follow-up in autumn, it attracts nectar-feeding birds, enhancing garden biodiversity. Adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy, clay, loamy, sandy loam, and clay loam, it thrives in full sun to part shade. Once established, it exhibits moderate frost and drought tolerance. Regular pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages further blooming. 

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Shrub - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–6 metres
• Width: 3–5 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Bright Red

Key Attributes:

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

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

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