{"product_id":"cameo-pink-bottlebrush-callistemon-salignus-cameo-pink","title":"Cameo Pink Bottlebrush - Callistemon salignus 'Cameo Pink'","description":"\u003cp\u003eCameo Pink Bottlebrush (\u003cem\u003eCallistemon salignus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cameo Pink') is a big, fast growing native shrub that reaches 2m to 4m tall and wide. In spring it covers itself in deep pink bottlebrush flowers tipped in gold, and it sometimes flowers again in autumn. It makes a tall informal screen and a nectar feast for honeyeaters, and it suits frost free and lightly frosted gardens best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep pink brushes tipped in gold.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring flowers sparkle against the foliage, and some plants flower again in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood for wildlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e The nectar rich flowers draw honeyeaters and other nectar feeding birds, as well as bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA fast screen.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free garden situations it grows quickly, and its height and width give effective screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough in wet or dry.\u003c\/strong\u003e Established plants tolerate drought and waterlogging, which suits low spots and dry spells alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian native.\u003c\/strong\u003e It belongs in native and coastal plantings and supports local wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall informal privacy hedges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart in a single row. At that spacing the shrubs merge into a tall, flowering screen, and an after flowering trim keeps it in bounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindbreaks.\u003c\/strong\u003e A row of Cameo Pink slows wind across a paddock, a property boundary or an exposed side of the house, and feeds birds at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative and coastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It brings year round foliage and spring colour to coastal landscapes and wildlife gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Cameo Pink Bottlebrush in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. It is not frost hardy, although it may come through a light overnight frost, so it suits frost free subtropical and warm temperate gardens best. In colder districts, plant it in the most sheltered position you have or choose a hardier bottlebrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil gives the best growth, with some watering during dry periods. Once established, it tolerates drought and waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Feed in spring with a native low phosphorus fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e It can be left unpruned or trimmed as required to tidy the growth or reduce its size. Prune after flowering to encourage new growth and improve the next flowering period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Cameo Pink Bottlebrush as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, and in 140mm pots in packs of 10. Tubes are the value choice for a long hedge or windbreak, while the potted packs give a taller, fuller plant to start. Plant out soon after delivery, mulch well and water regularly through the first summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube comes direct from our grower, who does not always have it. A sold out tube simply means none is ready today, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/callistemons\"\u003eBrowse the callistemon range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003eHedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-natives\"\u003eMore Australian native plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/all-about-callistemon-the-bottlebrush-beauty\"\u003eAll about callistemon, the bottlebrush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it for a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 2m apart in a single row. Because each plant grows 2m to 4m wide, they merge into a continuous screen within a few seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it frost hardy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot reliably. It is not frost hardy, although it may come through a light overnight frost. In colder gardens, choose a sheltered position or a hardier bottlebrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it smaller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Trim after flowering to tidy the growth or reduce the size. Regular light trimming also encourages new growth and a better flowering next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790193426751,"sku":"CAL-SAL-CAMEOP-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790193557823,"sku":"CAL-SAL-CAMEOP-140MM-P10","price":330.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/cameo-pink-bottlebrush-callistemon-salignus-cameo-pink.jpg?v=1792195881","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/cameo-pink-bottlebrush-callistemon-salignus-cameo-pink","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}