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| Botanical Name | Callistemon rigidus |
| Description | A durable, upright evergreen known for its distinctive red flower spikes. It is one of the more cold-hardy varieties for the Houston metro area. While it handles our intense heat and drought, it requires well-drained soil; in heavy clay, plant in a raised bed to avoid root rot during wet seasons. |
| Exposure | Full sun (Essential for heavy blooming). |
| Height x Width | 8-12 ft. Tall x 6-10 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; exceptionally drought-tolerant once established. It appreciates regular deep watering during its first year to build a strong root system. |
| Zones | 8 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Avoid high-phosphorus fertilizers which can sometimes stress certain Australian natives. |
| Pruning | Prune after the flowering cycle finishes to maintain height and density. Light tipping encourages more blooms. |
| Deer Resistance | High |
| Botanical Name | Callistemon rigidus |
| Description | A durable, upright evergreen known for its distinctive red flower spikes. It is one of the more cold-hardy varieties for the Houston metro area. While it handles our intense heat and drought, it requires well-drained soil; in heavy clay, plant in a raised bed to avoid root rot during wet seasons. |
| Exposure | Full sun (Essential for heavy blooming). |
| Height x Width | 8-12 ft. Tall x 6-10 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; exceptionally drought-tolerant once established. It appreciates regular deep watering during its first year to build a strong root system. |
| Zones | 8 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Avoid high-phosphorus fertilizers which can sometimes stress certain Australian natives. |
| Pruning | Prune after the flowering cycle finishes to maintain height and density. Light tipping encourages more blooms. |
| Deer Resistance | High |