Callistemon viminalis 'Captain Cook'
bottlebrush 'Captain Cook' ( syn. Callistemon 'Captain Cook' )
A highly favoured shrubby cultivar known for its dense, evergreen foliage and striking bright red bottlebrush flowers, reaching up to 15cm (6in) in length. Blooming abundantly in both spring and summer, these vibrant spikes also serve as exceptional cut flowers. With its compact growth, 'Captain Cook' proves versatile, fitting seamlessly into borders, low hedges, or screens, making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens. Additionally, it boasts resistance to both deer and disease, ensuring its enduring beauty in any landscape.
How to care for Callistemon viminalis Captain Cook:
Tip prune young plants to encourage bushy growth. Established plants should be pruned in stages over two or three summers, cutting back older wood to younger, outward-facing shoots immediately after flowering. Protect from low temperatures and waterlogged conditions.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
2.5m
Eventual spread:
2.5m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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