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Callistemon viminalis 'Hannah Ray'
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Comments, Features & Uses:
Large shrub/small tree with pendulous branches that bear magnificent crimson bottlebrush flowers in Spring-Summer and occasionally Autumn. Grey woolly foliage has attractive pink new growth. Excellent choice as a garden or lawn specimen or used as an informal screen. Suitable for street plantings as well. Bird attractant.
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Naturally Occurring:
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Hybrid cultivar of Callistemon viminalis which occurs naturally on the East coast of Australia.
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Dimensions:
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4-5m h x 2-3m w |
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Aspect:
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Full sun to part shade. Flowers best in sunny position. |
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Second line coastal positioning.
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Soil Requirements:
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Adaptable to most soil types but prefers fertile, well drained soil and the addition of organic mulch. |
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Moisture Requirements:
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Tolerates less than perfect drainage but performs best in gardens with reasonable drainage. Regular watering is required until established in suitable conditions. Will require watering during long, dry periods.
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Temperature Range:
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Will resist reasonable frosts of at least -5 degrees celsuis. |
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Responds well to a trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth and more flowers. Feed in Spring and Autumn with an all-purpose fertiliser such as Native Osmocote or an organic fertiliser.
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Pests and Diseases:
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No specific pest or disease problems.
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Spacing Guide:
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1-1.5m apart. |
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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200mm, 300mm
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