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Slim™ Bottlebrush
Callistemon viminalis 'CV01' PP #24,444
Pronunciation: kal-LIS-tem-on vi-mi-NAH-liss
SKU #41207
A new, slender, and carefree callistemon that makes a great hedge plant for tight spaces. A prolific bloomer, covered with classic bottlebrush spring and early summer. Heat-loving and highly drought tolerant when established, Slim™ is also a frost hardy evergreen and is not prone to leaf burn. High resistance to myrtle rust disease.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Once established, water if very dry.
SIZE: Reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Bloom Time | Spring to summer; longer in temperate areas. |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus); Euryops (Euryops); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Echeveria (Echeveria); Sedum (Sedum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, lightly acidic, well-drained soil; avoid alkaline soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. More drought tolerant in coastal areas; less tolerant in hot, arid regions. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering. |
| History | Callistemon viminalis is native to Queensland, Australia and New South Wales, often found at the edge of creeks and streams, thought it has been widely cultivated and also thrives in dry, mediterranean climates. Callistemon v. 'CV01' originated in a controlled crossing of C. viminalis 'Captain Cook' and an unnamed selection in 2005, in Cobbitty, New South Wales, Australia. Seed from the cross was collected, germinated, then transplanted for field-trials in 2006. Initial selection was made in September 2009. Trials continued through 2010, confirming its uniqueness and merits, which include: combination of tall plant height, columnar shape, dense growth habit, and both longer and wider leaves. This cultivar was named 'CV01', and subsequently U.S. plant patent 24,444 was awarded in May, 2014. It is registered to Graham Brown Horticulture Development Manager and plant breeder at The University of Sydney in partnership with NuFlora. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to summer; longer in temperate areas. |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.