Description
Callistemon Endeavour Red 2.5LT is a striking evergreen shrub known for its vibrant red bottlebrush-shaped flowers and narrow, aromatic green foliage. The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and nectar-feeding birds, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Ideal for mixed borders, informal hedging, screening, and feature planting, Callistemon Endeavour Red 2.5LT grows to approximately 2–3m tall and 1.5–2.5m wide at maturity.
Care Guide
Type: Evergreen flowering shrub with a naturally dense, upright to spreading growth habit.
Sunlight: Plant in full sun for the healthiest growth and best flowering. Choose a position that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, as too much shade may reduce flowering.
Water: Water regularly while the plant is establishing, allowing the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Once established, it becomes moderately drought tolerant but will flower and grow best with deep watering during extended hot or dry periods.
Soil: Grow in well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter. It adapts to a range of soil types but should not be planted where water remains around the roots for long periods.
Frost: Light frost tolerant once established. Protect young plants from severe frost during their first few winters, particularly in colder inland areas.
Maintenance: Prune lightly after flowering to remove spent blooms, maintain a neat shape, and encourage dense new growth. Avoid cutting back too heavily into old wood. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and flowering.
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