CALLISTEMON LAEVIS

Botanical Name:
Callistemon laevis

Common Names:
Bottlebrush, Smooth Bottlebrush

Light Requirements:
Full sun

Soil Requirements:
Well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and slightly clay soils

Water Needs:
Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

Foliage:
Narrow, smooth, lance-shaped green leaves with a fine texture and aromatic quality

Flowers:
Bright crimson-red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes bloom in spring and summer, attracting pollinators and adding vibrant color

Growth Rate:
Moderate

Uses:

Ornamental Plant:
Callistemon laevis is admired for its vivid flowers and evergreen foliage, creating bold accents in gardens and landscapes.

Hedges and Borders:
Ideal for hedging, screening, and borders, offering seasonal color and year-round greenery.

Accent Plant:
Its showy blooms and compact habit make it an excellent focal point in mixed plantings or containers.

Benefits:

• Pollinator Friendly: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

• Low Maintenance: Hardy, pest-resistant, and responds well to pruning.

• Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage adds structure and color beyond the flowering season.

• Drought and Heat Tolerant: Performs well in sunny, dry climates once established.

• Versatile: Suitable for urban gardens, coastal areas, and containers.

Callistemon laevis is a resilient, colorful shrub that combines ornamental beauty and hardiness. With its striking flowers, adaptability, and low care needs, it’s an essential plant for sustainable and eye-catching landscape designs.