Little John Dwarf Bottlebrush - Monrovia
Blood red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes cover this dwarf evergreen shrub from spring into summer. In warm, temperate regions, it will continue to bloom intermittently throughout the year. A densely branched habit with blue-green leaves that have a citrus scent when crushed. The versatile compact size is perfect for today's smaller gardens.
Attracts,Pollinators, Birds
Brand,
Brand,
Botanical Name,
Bulb Size,
Bulbs per Package,
Deer Resistant,
Evergreen or Deciduous,Evergreen
Family,
Family Name,Bottlebrush
Flower Color,
Bloom Time,Spring to summer; nearly year-round in temperate regions.
Foliage Color,Blue, Green
Genus,
Genus Name,Callistemon
Model,
Tomato Class,
Tomato Type,
Weather,
Days to Emerge,
Days to Maturity,
Edible,
Features,
Growth Rate,Slow
Hardiness,
Hardiness Zone,8
Harvest Season,
Landscape Uses,Border, Coastal Exposure, Container, Cutting Garden, Hedge, Massing, Specimen, Urban Garden
Light Needs,Full Sun
Mature Height,3 feet
Mature Width,5 feet
Prune Time,Late Winter Pruning
Self Pollinating,
Water Needs,Dry to Average
Waterwise,0
Essentials for Success
For flourishing plants, use potting soil for potted plants or planting mix for garden beds paired with Root Zone starter fertilizer is the perfect duo to foster robust root growth and minimize transplant shock.
Care
