Callistemon 'Purple Cloud' (Purple Cloud Bottlebrush)
Callistemon 'Purple Cloud' (Purple Cloud Bottlebrush)
Callistemon 'Purple Cloud' is a striking Australian native shrub known for its vibrant, rich purple bottlebrush flowers. The deep purple blooms contrast beautifully with the dark green, glossy foliage, creating a bold and eye-catching display. This variety has a compact, upright growth habit, making it perfect for smaller gardens, borders, and native landscapes. The long-lasting flowers attract bees and birds, adding colour and wildlife interest throughout the spring and summer.
Callistemon 'Purple Cloud' is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and ideal for enhancing garden biodiversity.
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Mature height
1–2 meters
Mature width
1–1.5 meters
Spacing
1–1.5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Purple bottlebrush flowers with green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (September to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove spent flowers. Drought-tolerant once established.