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Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

Soft pink bottlebrush flowers and graceful foliage create a refined ornamental appearance with strong wildlife attraction.

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Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you must confirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

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    About Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’

    Callistemon salignus 'Perth Pink' is an Australian native evergreen, an upright shrub to small tree carrying soft pink bottlebrush flowers. New growth flushes pink to bronze before hardening to fine green foliage, and the branching holds a slight weep. Papery pale bark shows through on the trunk as the plant matures.

    Full sun brings the heaviest flowering. It takes clay, sand, humidity, coastal wind and long dry periods once established, which is why it turns up so often in street planting. Temperate, subtropical, Mediterranean and coastal climates all suit it, and light to moderate frost is handled. Growth is 50 centimetres to a metre a year.

    Use it as a screen, a small feature tree, an avenue along a driveway, or as part of a native planting meant to feed birds. The soft pink flower is easier to place beside a house than the usual bright red bottlebrush, and it holds evergreen structure through the rest of the year.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    About Perth Pink Bottlebrush

    What is Perth Pink Bottlebrush?

    Callistemon salignus 'Perth Pink' is a cultivar of the native Willow Bottlebrush, selected for soft pink flower brushes rather than the usual cream. It grows as an upright shrub to small tree with fine green foliage, pink tinted new growth and papery pale bark. It is evergreen and holds its foliage year round.

    How big does Perth Pink Bottlebrush grow?

    Expect 4 to 5 metres tall and 2 to 3 metres wide in an open garden position. It is easily kept lower and denser at 2 to 3 metres with an annual trim after flowering, which is how it is usually grown as a screen. Pruned from young, it branches low and screens close to the ground.

    When does it flower?

    Flowering runs through spring and into summer, roughly October to January, with a lighter second flush in autumn in warmer districts. The brushes are soft pink and around 6 to 10 centimetres long. Trimming immediately after the main flush encourages branching and a heavier display the following season.

    How fast does it grow?

    Growth is quick, around 50 centimetres to a metre a year while the plant is young, then slowing as it approaches full height. That pace makes it useful when a screen is needed within a few seasons. Water and a spring feed in the first two years push it along, after which it largely looks after itself.

    Is it drought tolerant?

    Yes, once established. It is a tough native that copes with extended dry, though a deep soak every few weeks through a long summer keeps the foliage dense and the flowering reliable. Newly planted stock still needs regular water for its first two summers before that drought tolerance can be counted on.

    Is it suitable for coastal positions?

    Yes. It handles salt laden wind and sandy soils in second line coastal positions, and it is widely used in beachside street planting. Direct front line exposure to salt spray will burn the foliage, so give it some shelter from a fence, dune or surrounding planting in the most exposed sites.

    How do I prune and care for it?

    Prune straight after the main flowering flush, cutting back into green growth just below the spent brushes. That keeps the plant dense and sets up the following season's flowers. Feed with a low phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring, mulch, and avoid rich manures. Water deeply through the first two summers, then only in extended dry.

    Foliage

    Evergreen (foliage year round)

    Position
    • Full Sun
    Form
    • Upright
    • Shrub
    Use
    • Screening or Privacy
    • Avenue Planting
    • Street Tree
    Mature height
    4m to 8m
    Mature width
    3m to 5m

    Planting Information

    How To Plant Your Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

    Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

    Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

    Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

    Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

    Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

    Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

    Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush is expected to grow 50cm to 1m per year under suitable conditions.

    • Medium Growth Rate
    • Fast Growth Rate

    Long Term Care For Your Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

    Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

    Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape if used as hedging or screening. For a clear trunk feature, remove lower branches as the tree grows.

    Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

    Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

    Planting Your Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush in Different Soil

    Callistemon salignus performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

    Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

    Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

    Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

    pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

    Uses in my Garden

    Uses in my Garden

    • Screening or Privacy
    • Avenue Planting
    • Street Tree

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush works in an:

    • Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
    • Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
    • Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
    • Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.

    Is Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush Evergreen or Deciduous?

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

    Mature Height & Width

    Mature Height: 4m to 8m

    Mature Width: 3m to 5m

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush is expected to grow 50cm to 1m per year under suitable conditions.

    Growth Rate of Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush is expected to grow 50cm to 1m per year under suitable conditions.

    They are considered to have a:

    • Medium Growth Rate
    • Fast Growth Rate

    Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush

    Is Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush frost tolerant?

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

    Does Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush Flower?

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ produces masses of soft pink bottlebrush flowers during spring and summer, often with repeat flowering throughout warmer months. The blooms create a colourful seasonal display against the fine evergreen foliage while providing a valuable nectar source for native wildlife.

    Does Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush flower?

    • Yes - Flowers

    Flowering Period:

    • Spring
    • Summer

    Flower Type:

    • Not Applicable

    Flower Colour:

    Pink

    Is Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush an Australian Native Tree?

    Yes

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush is Native to Derived from Australian Callistemon salignus selections.

    What is the Wildlife Value of Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush ?

    Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, honeyeaters and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season, supporting biodiversity within native and ornamental landscapes. The dense evergreen foliage also provides valuable shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects year-round.

    How much Sunlight does Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush need?

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush will thrive best in:

    • Full Sun

    Preferred Soil?

    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate a range of general garden soils provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

    Is Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush Drought Tolerant?

    Is Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ – Perth Pink Bottlebrush Drought tolerant?

    As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Perth Pink’ shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through extended dry periods with minimal supplementary watering.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Does Perth Pink attract birds?
    A: Yes, the nectar-rich flowers strongly attract birds and pollinators.

    Q: Is it suitable for screening?
    A: Yes, its dense evergreen habit makes it effective for informal screening.

    Q: Is it drought tolerant?
    A: Yes, once established it performs reliably in low-water landscapes.

    Q: Does it tolerate coastal conditions?
    A: Yes, it adapts very well to coastal and exposed growing environments.

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    Callistemon salignus ‘Perth Pink’ is loved for its Soft pink bottlebrush flowers and graceful foliage create a refined ornamental appearance with strong wildlife attraction.

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