Scarlet Flame™ Callistemon

Callistemon viminalis CC19 Trade Name Scarlet Flame™

Beautiful rustic red new growth
Ultra-compact form, self cleaning and showy red flowers

Description: The Scarlet Flame™ plant is an ultra-compact fine leaf Callistemon, bred from Captain Cook.

Its new growth in autumn and spring is rustic red for a more subtle colour, this coupled with bright red flowers provides a more colourful plant for a longer period. It is self-cleaning once flowering is finished.

Size: 600mm – 1500mm high x 600mm-1000mm wide depending on conditions.
Planting Density: 1-3 plants per m², 1-2 plants per linear metre.
Uses: Hedge, specimen shrub.
Position: Full sun to part shade. Suits a wide variety of soils. Tolerates drought and cold.
Care: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). If required use slow release fertiliser in spring. Prune to shape 1-2 times a year after flowering for a tidy hedge or every 2-3 years for a natural shape.
Where it works: QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA & WA.