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| The Bottlebrush Tree (Callistemon) after Pruning: March 2024 |
I had M prune the bottlebrush (Callistemon) tree quite severely last year. He did it in stages, over the course of a few weeks, but, above is how it looked in March 2024.
By September 2024, it had leafed out very nicely:
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| Bottlebrush Tree in September 2024 |
Here's how it looked in January 2025:
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| Bottlebrush Tree in January 2025 |
I stated in my Back Garden in January post that there were no flowers yet, but, I thought it would flower later this year (as it usually flowers in the spring and, again, in summer).
I noticed some flower buds forming in March, but, I didn't take a picture.
And here it is now:
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| The Bottlebrush Tree in April |
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| Bottlebrush Flowers |
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| The Flower Clusters |
The tree is full of flowers and buds; the flowers do resemble bottle brushes, don't they?
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| Close Up of Flower Clusters |
So, it took one year for the tree to rebloom after getting pruned quite severely. But, it looks fully recovered now, doesn't it?
Wow - it really looks beautiful! It's bounded back so lovely
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sharon. I'm happy that the tree came back so well. :)
DeleteBottle brush trees don't grow around here, but I've seen them when I've traveled and love them. Apparently, they grow quickly. :)
ReplyDeleteI grew this one from a seed from former neighbor T's tree, which the new neighbors have cut down. I have a seedling from this tree, too, growing in a pot.
DeleteWow that is very pretty. They don’t grow here either
ReplyDeleteThank you, Anne.
DeleteGosh! That soon bounced back. The flowers are stunning, and such a beautiful colour. Xx
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jules.
DeleteIt is gorgeous! Looks like the pruning was just what it needed!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mandy. The hummingbirds and the bees appreciate the flowers!
DeleteIt looks lovely! It reminds me of the bottlebrush trees I saw in Australia ... including a few quiet minutes spent one day at Sydney botanical gardens, looking at the harbour bridge before flying off to meet friends. :o)
ReplyDeleteI believe they are native to Australia. Sounds like you have some good memories of your trip to Australia. :)
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