A weeping bottlebrush bearing vivid hot-pink brushes in spring and autumn that draw honeyeaters. A colourful, hardy feature and informal screen for warm gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 3 m H × 2.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Hot Pink Bottlebrush
Callistemon viminalis 'Hot Pink' is a fast-growing shrub in the Myrtaceae family, native to Queensland and New South Wales. It reaches around 3 m tall and 2.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring and autumn.
Where to grow Hot Pink Bottlebrush
Hot Pink Bottlebrush suits subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds.
Soil & planting
Hot Pink Bottlebrush does best in clay and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 1.5 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Hot Pink Bottlebrush does best with regular, moderate watering. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Hot Pink Bottlebrush after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Hot Pink Bottlebrush in the garden
Hot Pink Bottlebrush earns its place for drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden, a feature or specimen planting and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
Hot Pink Bottlebrush sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Hot Pink Bottlebrush
Plant Sale lists Hot Pink Bottlebrush as tube stock, potted plants and advanced specimens. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
