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Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush (Callistemon Subulatus) - Bottle Brush
بوتل برش
Callistemon Subulatus
Rs 5,000
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Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush (Bottle Brush / بوتل برش) is grown for its striking red foliage that adds year-round colour without relying on flowers. It reaches a compact size of 2 ft, thrives in full sun, needs minimal watering. Native to Australia, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad.
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Plant Characteristics
Botanical Name
Callistemon Subulatus
Sunlight
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Flower Colour
Green
Plant Type
Shrub
Mature Height
2 ft
Description
Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush (Callistemon Subulatus), known in Pakistan as Bottle Brush (بوتل برش), is native to Australia, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its attractive red foliage, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 2 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Low: water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between sessions
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Yes, safe around pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
- Propagation: Seed, Semi-Hardwood Cuttings
How to Propagate Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush
Grown from the fine seed contained in woody capsules, or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer.
Growing in Pakistan
This plant is both heat and drought tolerant, making it exceptionally well-suited to Pakistan’s challenging summers. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: Yes, survives dry spells once established
Why Choose Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush is an excellent choice because it thrives with minimal watering once established.
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Green
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Low
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Placement
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Yes
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- Yes
Where Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush (Callistemon Subulatus) - Bottle Brush grows in Pakistan
Well-suited to these cities
AbbottabadBahawalpurFaisalabadGujranwalaHyderabadIslamabadKarachiLahoreMardanMultanPeshawarRahim Yar KhanRawalpindiSialkotSukkur
Frequently Asked Questions
How much water does Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush need during Pakistani summers?
Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush is a low-water plant. Water once every 7-10 days, or when the top 2 inches of soil feel completely dry. Once established, it handles extended dry periods without trouble.
Does Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush need regular trimming or pruning?
Light pruning of Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush after the blooming season helps maintain shape and encourages fresh growth. Since it blooms in summer, fall, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
Can Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush tolerate the intense summer sun in Lahore and Karachi?
Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
Is Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush drought-resistant once established?
Yes, Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush is drought tolerant once established. After the first growing season, it can go a week or more without water. This makes it an excellent low-maintenance choice for busy gardeners or water-scarce areas in Pakistan.
Can Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush survive the extreme summer heat in Karachi and Multan?
Yes, Dwarf Weeping Bottle Brush is fully heat tolerant and handles the extreme summer temperatures common in Karachi, Multan, and Lahore without special care. It continues to thrive even when temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
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