Unique and bright red botttle-brush shaped flowers of Light Show Bottlebrush from Southern Living
Close-up of a bottlebrush plant with clusters of bright red flowers surrounded by vibrant green foliage.
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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Full Sun

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 8b - 10b

mature dimensions

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4-5′ high by 3-4′ wide
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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 to Summer

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

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

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

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1–2” deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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