
All-Time Favourite Compact Natives for Small Hedges, Borders and Topiary
Description:
Callistemon viminalis ‘Matthew Flinders’ PBR is a compact, low-growing bottlebrush renowned for its vibrant red flowers and dense, tidy habit. This dwarf Australian native is ideal for borders, low hedges, rockeries, and container planting. With its manageable size and long flowering season, it brings bold colour and bird-attracting benefits to gardens of all sizes.
Flowers:
Bright red bottlebrush flowers appear prolifically in spring and summer, with spot flowering at other times. Rich in nectar, the blooms attract birds, bees, and butterflies.
Foliage:
Fine, narrow green leaves form a dense, compact canopy, providing year-round greenery and soft texture.
Fruit:
Woody seed capsules may form after flowering and remain on the plant, typical of Callistemon species.
Form & Size:
Dwarf shrub growing approximately 50–70cm high and 80cm wide, forming a naturally rounded shape.
Growing Conditions:
Position: Thrives in full sun; tolerates part shade.
Soil: Grows in a wide range of well-drained soils, including sandy and clay types.
Climate: Suitable for most Australian climates including coastal areas and light frost zones.
Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; water deeply during extended dry periods.
Uses:
Perfect for borders, rockeries, and low native hedges.
Great in pots and containers.
Excellent for attracting birds and pollinators to compact spaces.
Maintenance:
Very low-maintenance.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
Apply a low-phosphorus native fertiliser in spring to support flowering and health.
Notes:
Bird and pollinator-friendly.
Compact size makes it suitable for small gardens and urban landscapes.
Tolerates coastal exposure and dry conditions once established.
Companion Plants:
Pairs well with Lomandra, Dianella, Grevillea ‘Lady O’, and Westringia for a colourful, low-maintenance native planting palette.
Common Name: Matthew Flinders Bottlebrush
Botanical Name: Callistemon viminalis ‘Matthew Flinders’ PBR
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Australia (cultivar)
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