Callistemon 'Red Rocket'

Callistemon 'Red Rocket' - A Vibrant and Hardy Bottlebrush Shrub

Key Features of Callistemon 'Red Rocket'

• Striking Red Bottlebrush Blooms: 'Red Rocket' is celebrated for its eye-catching, bright red bottlebrush-like flowers. These unique blooms are not only visually stunning but also attract pollinators, making it a lively addition to your garden.

• Compact and Upright Growth: This bottlebrush variety exhibits a compact and upright growth habit, reaching a height of approximately 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8 meters) with a spread of 3 to 4 feet (90 to 120 cm). Its moderate size makes it suitable for various garden spaces.

• Evergreen Foliage: 'Red Rocket' boasts attractive, lance-shaped, evergreen leaves that provide year-round interest. The glossy green foliage serves as an appealing backdrop for its vibrant blooms.

• Low Maintenance: 'Red Rocket' Callistemon is known for its low maintenance requirements. It is drought-tolerant once established and generally resistant to common pests and diseases.

Care Tips for Callistemon 'Red Rocket'

Caring for 'Red Rocket' Callistemon is straightforward, allowing you to enjoy its vibrant beauty with minimal effort. Here are essential care guidelines:

• Sunlight: Plant 'Red Rocket' in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. It thrives in well-draining soil with good air circulation.

• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the growing season. Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry, but avoid waterlogging.

• Pruning: Prune 'Red Rocket' as needed to maintain its compact shape and remove any dead or overgrown branches. Light pruning after the flowering period can help stimulate new growth and maintain its appearance.

• Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring to provide essential nutrients for healthy growth and vibrant blooms.

• Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weed growth.

Landscaping Ideas with Callistemon 'Red Rocket'

'Red Rocket' Callistemon offers a range of landscaping possibilities, allowing you to infuse your garden with vibrant color and lively charm:

• Specimen Plant: Showcase 'Red Rocket' as a focal point in your garden, where its striking red blooms can draw attention and create a vibrant centerpiece.

• Hedging: Plant 'Red Rocket' in a row to create a stunning and unique flowering hedge that adds both structure and visual interest to your landscape.

• Mixed Plantings: Combine 'Red Rocket' with other shrubs, perennials, or ornamental grasses to create dynamic and visually appealing mixed plantings that provide year-round interest.

• Wildlife Gardens: 'Red Rocket' Callistemon attracts pollinators like bees and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

• Container Gardening: This bottlebrush variety can thrive in large containers or pots, allowing you to enjoy its vibrant blooms on patios, balconies, or decks.

In summary, Callistemon 'Red Rocket' is a vibrant and hardy bottlebrush shrub known for its striking red blooms and low maintenance nature. Its compact size, evergreen foliage, and year-round interest make it a valuable addition to gardens of all sizes and styles. Whether you're looking to create a focal point, a unique hedge, or simply add a burst of color to your outdoor space, 'Red Rocket' Callistemon can effortlessly elevate the aesthetics of your garden. Explore the endless possibilities with this captivating and easy-to-care-for shrub and enjoy the lively charm it brings to your landscape.

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Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
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