Overview
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Callistemon, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH.
About
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' is a bushy evergreen shrub belonging to the Myrtaceae family, commonly known as bottlebrush 'Little John'. It grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 1 metre over 5 to 10 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a west or south-facing aspect and prefers a sheltered position. It adapts well to clay, loam, or sand soils that are moist but well-drained, and can tolerate acid to neutral pH levels. 'Little John' offers seasonal interest throughout spring, summer, and winter, making it suitable for conservatory or greenhouse cultivation.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Callistemon
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Callistemon viminalis 'Little John'?
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' need?
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' grow?
Callistemon viminalis 'Little John' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
More in the Callistemon genus
- Callistemon formosuscliff bottlebrush
- Callistemon sieberi 'Widdicombe Gem'
- Callistemon teretifolius
- Callistemon viminalis 'Hannah Ray'
- Callistemon viminalis 'Malawi Giant'bottlebrush 'Malawi Giant'
- Callistemon 'Red Rocket'
- Callistemon viridisgreen bottlebrush
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