Stiff Bottlebrush - Callistemon rigidus

With it's clusters of delicate red flowers and tough leaves, stiff bottlebrush is a great choice for adding a bit of color to a southern or coastal landscape. Like other myrtle family members, bottlebrush is a superb plant for dealing with heat, humidity, and occasional dry weather. The growth is fast, and rather bushy, but it can be trimmed into a tree or even an espalier. It can get rather large if left unchecked, maxing out at 8 feet tall and wide, and is damaged by severe cold, which is why it's only recommended for planting in the ground in zones 9 (maybe 8) to 11. It can, however, be planted in a pot for northern gardeners, and placed inside during the winter. 

Also called Melaleuca linearis var. linearis, Stiff Bottlebrush, Flowering Bottlebrush,  Red Cluster Bottlebrush, Erect Bottlebrush

3.25" pot

Cannot ship to AZ (unless bare-root)

Spread: 8' x 8'

Cold hardiness: zone 9-11

Light requirements: full sun to medium sun

Water requirements: medium