Callistemon Matthew Flinders small, evergreen shrub with a rounded shape with narrow green leaves and dark, crimson-red bottlebrush flowers that appear throughout the year. Plant in full sun to light shade. Suitable for growing in coastal areas and tolerates periods of drought. Attracts bees and nectar-feeding birds. Grows to between 75cm and 100cm both in height and width.

Listing is for a plant about 15-20 cm tall and potted in a 9 cm pot.

It is best grown in full sun and well drained soil. It is known for its heat and sun tolerance, also frost hardy to heavy frosts in winter.

We are taking a short break and will be CLOSED from SUNDAY 1 MARCH until FRIDAY 13 MARCH. Orders placed after 1 p.m. Sunday 1 March and before Sunday 15 March will be shipped Monday 16 or Tuesday 17 March. At the time of dispatch you will be sent an email with tracking information. Plants purchased after late afternoon Sunday 15 March will be shipped Monday 23 or Tuesday 24 March.

Free shipping when you spend $250 or more using Add to Cart. Otherwise up to 15 plants can be sent together for for one shipping payment providing you use Add to Cart. We are unable to combine shipping for separate orders. You can add tubers, dried bulbs and seeds to potted plants at no extra shipping cost.

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