Callistemon Western Glory

Common Name:
Western Glory Bottlebrush

Description:
Callistemon citrinus 'Western Glory' is a bushy, evergreen Australian native shrub renowned for its prolific mauve-red bottlebrush flowers that bloom abundantly from late spring to summer, with additional spot flowering in autumn. These vibrant blooms are highly attractive to nectar-feeding birds and insects, enhancing garden biodiversity. The plant typically reaches a height of 2 to 4 metres and a width of 2 to 3 metres if left unpruned, but it can be trimmed to smaller sizes to suit garden requirements. 'Western Glory' thrives in a wide range of conditions, performing well in both full sun and part shade. It is adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, clay, loamy, sandy loam, and clay loam soils. Regular pruning after flowering encourages a fresh flush of foliage growth and maintains a compact shape. This hardy shrub is ideal for informal hedging and screening, making it a versatile addition to Australian gardens. 

Form:

• Shrub - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–4 metres
• Width: 2–3 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Spot Flowering in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Mauve-Red

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• Bird Attracting
• Insect Attracting
• Drought Tolerant
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

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