Callistemon Candy Burst
- Mature size: 1-1.5m tall / wide
- Recommended spacing: 50cm -1m apart.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun - part shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate.
Uses
Feature shrub, informal hedge, native gardens, small gardens, mass plantings, borders/edges, bird-attracting gardens, rockeries, coastal gardens, providing shelter for small wildlife.
Noteworthy
Australian native cultivar, hardy evergreen, attractive bottlebrush flowers, attracts birds and pollinators, low maintenance.
Tolerant
Light pruning, drought once established, heat, humidity, adaptable to a wide range of soil types.
Colour/Growth Form
Compact evergreen shrub with a dense rounded growth habit and fresh green foliage. Produces masses of hot pink bottlebrush flowers, creating a colourful display that attracts birds and pollinators throughout the flowering season.
What is Callistemon Candy Burst?
Callistemon ‘Candy Burst’, commonly known as a Bottlebrush, is a compact Australian native shrub valued for its vibrant pink-red flowers and naturally dense growth habit. It produces masses of colourful bottlebrush blooms that contrast beautifully against the green foliage, making it a popular choice for short informal hedges, feature planting and native gardens.
How to care for Callistemon Candy Burst
Plant in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Water regularly during the establishment period to encourage strong root development. Once established, it is relatively hardy and low maintenance. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a dense shape and encourage repeat flowering.
