Callistemon X viminalis 'Little John'
Bottlebrush Little John
Description
The 'Little John' exhibits very dense, compact growth to 3' x 3'. It produces clusters of blood red flowers and grey green foliage. A very regular, almost symmetrical, spiral patten of dense oval leaves is shown along the stems.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Foundation, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Wind Break, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.