How to tend a Callistemon sieberi

Also known as: Callistemon paludosus F.Muell., Callistemon salignus var. australis Benth., Callistemon salignus f. sieberi (DC.) Voss, Callistemon salignus var. sieberi (DC.) F.Muell., Callistemon sieberi DC.

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, grows in sunny places

Soil

Slightly acidic sandy soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Australia
Category
Myrtaceae, Callistemon
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-August
Flower colors
red
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