Callistemon citrinus is a dense upright evergreen shrub with a rounded habit growing to about 6m.
It has broad stiff, green lanceolate leaves that have a strong lemon smell when crushed. The new growth is a lovely pink with a soft velvety feel.
In mid-spring and again in autumn (to a lesser extent) it is covered with lots of crimson red dense cylindrical spikes of bottlebrush flowers. White varieties are also available including 'White Anzac'.
Plant in full sun in an open position to maximise the number of flowers and density of the plant.
It is a fast growing and tough plant. It is able to tolerate 2nd line salt, wind, drought, frost and even pollution.
As with most Callistemon, this one is easily grown and will attract bird life to your garden.
It can be grown as a screen, hedge, and used as windbreaks.
It is often seen in roadside plantings where it does well will little to no maintenance.