Unique and bright red botttle-brush shaped flowers of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living
Unique and bright red botttle-brush shaped flowers of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living on a white background
Light Show Red Bottlebrush, in Southern Living Plant Collection brown container
The bright green foliage on habit view of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living Plant Collection
Unique and bright red botttle-brush shaped flowers of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living
Unique and bright red botttle-brush shaped flowers of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living
The bright green foliage on habit view of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living Plant Collection
The bright green foliage on habit view of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living Plant Collection
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Light Show® Bottlebrush

Callistemon viminalis 'LJ23' PP27547

Drought and salt tolerant, this tough shrub is suitable for a variety of landscapes. Light green new growth darkens to emerald green, and striking red bottlebrush flowers appear spring into summer.

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Light Needs

Full Sun

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
8b - 10b

mature dimensions

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4-5′ high by 3-4′ wide

More About Light Show® Bottlebrush

Bloom/Feature

Light green new growth darkens to emerald green, and striking red bottlebrush flowers appear spring into summer.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 15°F to 20°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Drought Tolerance, Easy Care, Heat Tolerance, Salt Tolerance, Water-wise

Flowering Season

Spring

Uses

Accent, Border, Coastal, Container, Hedge, Poolside

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

Prune dead growth after flowering to promote new growth

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 3X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch plants

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