Callistemon viminalis Better John

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Callistemon viminalis ‘LJ1’ PBR Better John™ is a compact native shrub that builds on the popularity of Little John, offering improved vigour and resilience. Its fresh new growth e merges with a soft silvery sheen, maturing into blue-green foliage that provides a cool-toned backdrop for the vivid red, cylindrical bottlebrush flowers appearing from mid to late spring. This variety performs best when given a little care, reaching its full height and maintaining a neat, dense habit. In harsher conditions, such as roadside plantings, growth may be more restrained—but it remains hardy and adaptable. Ideal for mass planting, borders, and general landscaping, Better John responds well to pruning and benefits from regular watering while establishing, making it a reliable and attractive addition to Australian gardens. Soil: It is adaptable to a range of soil types from sandy to well-drained soils.Conditions: Plant in a full sun to light shade position. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant.Size: Height 0.60m-1.2m x width 0.60-1m Show more