Bottlebrush - Red Cluster

Directions for Planting and Care

Planting and caring for your Bottlebrush - Red Cluster is simple and rewarding, allowing you to enjoy its vibrant blooms and pollinator-friendly nature with ease:

Planting

Select the Right Location: Choose a sunny spot in your garden. The Bottlebrush - Red Cluster thrives in full sun, which is crucial for encouraging vibrant blooms and healthy growth.

Prepare the Soil: It prefers well-draining soil that ranges from slightly acidic to light alkaline. Ensure the soil isn’t heavy or overly moist without proper drainage, as it does not tolerate standing water.

Dig a Proper Hole: Dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball and about the same depth. This ensures the roots have plenty of room to establish themselves comfortably.

Plant the Shrub: Gently remove the plant from its container and place the root ball in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root system is level with the surrounding ground. Backfill with native soil, packing it down lightly to remove air pockets.

Water Thoroughly: Once planted, give your Bottlebrush - Red Cluster a thorough watering to help settle the soil around the roots and provide initial moisture.

Care

Regular Watering: While this shrub is drought-tolerant once established, it requires consistent watering during its early growth stages and throughout dry periods. Avoid overwatering or letting the plant sit in soggy soil.

Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to keep the soil cool and retain moisture, especially in colder zones. Ensure that the mulch does not touch the plant’s trunk to avoid moisture buildup, which could lead to rot.

Pruning: Lightly prune the shrub after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage new growth. Avoid pruning too heavily, especially into old wood, as this may affect its blooming potential.

The Bottlebrush - Red Cluster is a stunning addition to any garden, offering vibrant red blooms, wildlife appeal, and resilience in a variety of conditions. Whether used as a hedge, accent, or container plant, it brings color and life to your landscape year-round.