Callistemon Dawson River
Description:
Callistemon ‘Dawson River’ is a vigorous, fast-growing bottlebrush that produces masses of striking red flowers. This hardy Australian native is perfect for large gardens, windbreaks, and screening, thriving in a variety of conditions, including wet and dry soils. Its lush green foliage and spectacular floral display make it a standout in any landscape.
Flowers:
Bold red bottlebrush flowers appear in spring and summer, with sporadic flowering throughout the year. These nectar-rich blooms attract birds, bees, and other pollinators.
Foliage:
Bright green, lance-shaped leaves provide a dense, lush appearance, offering year-round greenery.
Fruit:
Woody seed capsules develop after flowering and remain on the plant for an extended period.
Form & Size:
A large, bushy shrub or small tree, reaching approximately 4–6m high and 3–5m wide.
Growing Conditions:
- Position: Best suited to full sun but will tolerate part shade.
- Soil: Thrives in a wide range of soils, including clay, sandy, and loamy soils. Tolerates both wet and dry conditions.
- Climate: Adaptable to various Australian climates, including coastal and inland areas.
- Watering: Can withstand both periods of drought and occasional waterlogging.
Uses:
- Ideal for screening, windbreaks, and habitat plantings.
- Suitable for large gardens, parks, and streetscapes.
- Works well in erosion control projects along riverbanks and wetlands.
Maintenance:
- Low-maintenance and resilient.
- Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth.
- Apply a slow-release native fertilizer in spring for optimal health and flowering.
Notes:
- A bird and pollinator-friendly variety.
- Tolerates both temporary waterlogging and dry conditions, making it highly adaptable.
Companion Plants:
Complements native species such as Grevillea, Melaleuca, and Lomandra for a water-wise, wildlife-friendly garden.
Common Name: Dawson River Bottlebrush
Botanical Name: Callistemon ‘Dawson River’
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Australia
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Where are our plants Grown and how do we grow them
- Plants are grown locally on the Sunshine Coast
- All outdoor plants are sun hardened and ready to grow
- Indoor plants are grown under 50% Shade and will transfer perfectly to indoor use
- Orchids are also grown under 50% Shade and are best brought indoors during flowering for show then returned back into a shaded area until the following flowering time
- we are Qualified horticulturists, greenkeeper as well as Qualified landscape Construction with over 35 years experience in the industry. We use Quality products and materials to grow all our plants.
How to Look after your plants like we do
- When using any Garden Care products or Fertilisers we always recommend reading the label before use
- We recommend using Earthlife crushed rock mineral on all plants when planting in the ground or in Pots.
- When planting in Pots in Our garden centre we use either Rocky Point Premium Potting mix or our own custom potting mixes blend to plant all our plants
- If planting in the ground we also recommend that you use good quality Bagged garden soil around your plants at the time of planting
