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Callistemon 'Summer Days'

Callistemon 'Summer Days' is a vibrant evergreen shrub admired for its masses of bright red bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into summer. The colourful blooms create a bold display against fine green foliage and attract birds to the garden. Well suited to New Zealand conditions, this hardy and reliable variety provides strong year round structure and lively seasonal colour, making it ideal for hedging, screening, or sunny feature planting.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Autumn
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku18635

How to grow Callistemon 'Summer Days' in NZ

Callistemon 'Summer Days' thrives in full sun and well drained soil. It tolerates a wide range of soil types including sandy and coastal conditions, provided drainage is good. Choose a sheltered position in colder regions of NZ to protect from heavy frost while young. Water regularly during establishment to encourage strong root development. Once established, it performs well through warm dry summers with minimal maintenance.

Callistemon 'Summer Days' care tips

Callistemon 'Summer Days' is easy care once established. Water during extended dry periods, especially in its first year. Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping it clear of the trunk. Light pruning after flowering will maintain a tidy compact shape and encourage repeat blooming. Feed in spring with a general garden fertiliser to promote healthy growth and abundant flowers.

Callistemon 'Summer Days' size, spacing, and growth rate

Callistemon 'Summer Days' typically grows to around 2 to 3 metres tall and about 2 metres wide in NZ conditions. It forms a dense bushy shrub that is well suited to hedging and screening. Space plants approximately 1.5 to 2 metres apart to allow for airflow and mature development. The growth rate is moderate to fast when planted in full sun with well drained soil.

Landscaping uses for Callistemon 'Summer Days'

Callistemon 'Summer Days' is ideal for hedges, privacy screens, and feature planting in sunny gardens. The bright red flowers provide strong seasonal colour and attract birdlife, enhancing wildlife friendly landscapes. It works well in coastal settings and modern garden designs where bold evergreen structure is desired. This variety can also be used in mixed borders to add reliable year round form.

Why buy Callistemon 'Summer Days' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality plants grown for local conditions. When you purchase Callistemon 'Summer Days' from The Plant Company, you receive a healthy, well established plant ready to thrive in your garden. Our team provides expert advice, careful packaging, and reliable nationwide delivery, ensuring confidence and excellent value with every purchase.

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