Callistemon citrinus Bottlebrush Evergreen Shrub – Large 3–4ft Tall – Stunning Exotic Flowering Shrub – By Direct Plants
Add a touch of the Mediterranean and exotic colour to your garden with the spectacular Callistemon citrinus, commonly known as the Bottlebrush Plant, supplied here as a large established shrub approximately 3–4ft tall by Direct Plants. Carefully grown and selected at our award-winning family nursery in Norfolk, this stunning evergreen shrub is highly prized for its vibrant red bottlebrush-shaped flowers, aromatic foliage, and year-round ornamental appeal.
Native to Australia, Callistemon citrinus is renowned for producing masses of striking bright red flowers that resemble traditional bottle brushes, creating an eye-catching display throughout late spring and summer. These unusual blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinating insects, making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
The attractive narrow evergreen foliage remains on the plant throughout the year, releasing a pleasant citrus fragrance when crushed, providing additional interest and sensory appeal. Its compact upright habit makes it perfect for patios, borders, courtyard gardens, conservatories, and feature planting where year-round colour and structure are desired.
Supplied as a strong, healthy, well-established specimen, this large shrub provides instant impact and excellent ornamental value.
(Callistemon citrinus – Evergreen Flowering Shrub, approx. 6–10ft / 2–3m at maturity depending on conditions)
Spring & Summer:
Masses of spectacular bright red bottlebrush flowers appear throughout the plant, creating a stunning exotic display while attracting bees and pollinators.
Summer:
Fresh green evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and complements the vibrant flowers beautifully.
Autumn & Winter:
Evergreen foliage continues to provide colour, screening, and ornamental interest throughout the colder months.
Foliage:
Narrow aromatic leaves release a pleasant citrus fragrance when brushed or crushed.
Habit:
Develops into a dense upright evergreen shrub with attractive branching and a naturally rounded shape.
Best grown in a sunny sheltered position with well-drained soil. In colder regions, protection from severe winter frosts may be beneficial.
• Stunning bright red bottlebrush flowers
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest
• Attractive citrus-scented leaves
• Excellent for pollinators and wildlife gardens
• Exotic Mediterranean-style appearance
• Ideal for patios, borders, and feature planting
• Easy to grow and rewarding once established
• Patio and courtyard gardens
• Mediterranean and exotic planting schemes
• Sunny borders and feature planting
• Conservatory and sheltered gardens
• Wildlife-friendly planting
• Adding year-round structure and colour
• Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny sheltered position
• Protect from severe winter frosts in colder areas
• Water regularly during the first growing season until established
• Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth
• Suitable for growing in large containers or directly in the ground
• Callistemon citrinus Bottlebrush Shrub
• Approx. 3–4ft tall
• Large established specimen
• Stunning bright red bottlebrush flowers
• Evergreen aromatic foliage
• Attractive citrus-scented leaves
• Excellent for pollinators and wildlife
• Ideal for patios, borders, and feature planting
• Check out our planting guide to help your shrub thrive
Our range of ornamental shrubs is professionally grown and selected at our nursery in Norfolk. We specialise in large, established plants that provide instant impact and long-term value, delivered directly to your door in our bespoke, high-quality live plant packaging via one of our trusted couriers.
All our plants are carefully selected for health, vigour, and garden performance, helping you create beautiful outdoor spaces with confidence.
From Direct Plants, an award-winning nursery and trusted family brand, known for producing strong, healthy, high-quality trees and plants.
You will receive 1 Large Callistemon citrinus Bottlebrush Evergreen Shrub approximately 3–4ft tall – a stunning exotic flowering plant with vibrant red bottlebrush blooms and attractive evergreen foliage, perfect for adding colour, structure, and Mediterranean charm to any garden or patio.
