• Vivid red Callistemon 'Firebrand' flowers in full bloom, showcasing the unique brush-like appearance characteristic of Australian native plants, perfect for eco-friendly gardens in Queensland. Image courtesy of Warren Sheather.
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Callistemon 'Firebrand'

Callistemon 'Firebrand'

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Why we love this plant!

The Firebrand Bottlebrush is a compact, hardy native shrub that produces vibrant red flowers in spring and summer, attracting birds, bees, and other pollinators. Its dense foliage makes it a great choice for hedging, mass plantings, or as a feature plant in smaller gardens. Well-suited to coastal and inland conditions, it thrives in South East Queensland’s subtropical climate. It is particularly useful for erosion control in sandy or loose soils, offering both practical and ecological benefits.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Requires low to moderate watering, becoming drought-tolerant once established.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying organic mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • A low-phosphorus native plant fertiliser during the growing season may encourage vigorous growth and flowering.

Pruning preferences:

  • Pruning after flowering may help maintain a compact shape and promote more blooms.

Good to Know:

  • Attracts nectar-feeding birds and pollinators.

Plant Details
Common uses: Privacy screening, Feature plant, Pollinator-friendly, Seasonal colour, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Robust/Hardy, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), Suitable for colder climates, Erosion control, Wind protection, Wow! factor, and Textural interest
Expected Height Range: 1.5 m - 2.5 m
Spread Range: 1 m - 2 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Summer and Spring
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: A cultivated species that does not have a naturally occurring habitat. Its parent species, Callistemon citrinus, is native to eastern Australia, where it thrives in open forests, along watercourses, and in coastal areas.
Leaf information: Dense, fine-textured foliage with narrow green leaves and reddish new growth.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained soils and tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils, but thrives in slightly moist to moderately dry environments.
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