- 1. A compact native bottlebrush with an abundance of purple flowers in Spring
- 2. Bird attracting
- 3. Drought and frost tolerant
Callistemon ‘Purple Splendour’ is a striking and unusual bottlebrush variety known for its vivid purple flower spikes, a rare color among callistemons. Flowering mainly in spring and sporadically throughout the year, it attracts birds, bees, and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms. This evergreen shrub typically grows 1.5 to 2.5 meters tall and wide, forming a dense, bushy shape ideal for hedging, screening, or feature planting. The mid-green foliage contrasts beautifully with the bold flowers. Hardy and low-maintenance, ‘Purple Splendour’ thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, and tolerates drought and light frost once established. Prune after flowering to maintain shape.