Bottlebrush Tree 30G

Bottlebrush Tree in 30-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Bold, blooming, and buzzing with life—the Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon rigidus or Melaleuca viminalis, depending on variety) is a tropical crowd-pleaser known for its bright red, bristly flowers that resemble a bottlebrush. This evergreen tree attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies like a magnet, while offering showy color and graceful arching foliage throughout the year. Whether as a specimen tree, hedge, or flowering accent, the Bottlebrush thrives in South Florida’s sun-drenched settings.

This 30-gallon pot delivers a lush, flowering tree—tall enough to make an impact but still easy to plant and establish.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Full sun is a must—aim for 6–8+ hours daily for nonstop blooms.

• Watering: Low to moderate. Drought-tolerant once established, but benefits from occasional deep watering in dry spells.

• Soil: Very adaptable. Prefers well-drained sandy or loamy soil. Tolerates some salt and clay.

• Fertilizer: Feed 2–3 times per year with a balanced, phosphorus-rich fertilizer to encourage flower production.

• Growth Habit: Upright to gently weeping form with soft, arching branches and narrow leaves. In a 30-gallon pot, tree stands 6–8 feet tall; in-ground, can mature to 12–20 feet depending on species and pruning.

• Temperature: USDA Zones 9–11. Loves heat, sun, and humidity. Salt-tolerant—great near the coast.

• Maintenance: Low. Prune after flowering to shape or encourage bushier growth.

Flower Notes:
Bright red, cylindrical flower spikes bloom in cycles from spring through fall. Blooms are rich in nectar, making this a pollinator paradise.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
While not commonly used in modern herbal medicine, some traditional uses of the leaves and oils include antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Not edible but highly beneficial to the garden ecosystem.

Ideal For:

• Pollinator and butterfly gardens

• Flowering privacy screens or hedges

• Coastal or salt-tolerant landscapes

• Tropical garden accents

• Gardeners looking for year-round bloom potential

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Callistemon rigidus or Melaleuca viminalis

• Plant Type: Flowering evergreen tree

• Family: Myrtaceae (myrtle family)

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Holds its narrow, glossy green leaves year-round

  • Perennial: Long-lived with continuous flowering cycles

  • Broadleaf: Fine-textured leaves with a soft, aromatic feel

• Container Size: 30-gallon pot

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