Callistemon ‘Harkness’ is a hybrid from the Gawler area of South Australia. It is one of the best bottlebrushes ever, with its long lasting, spectacular display of showy red flowers.
Common name: Harkness bottlebrush
Botanical name: Callistemon ‘Harkness’
Description: Large evergreen shrub or small tree, 5-6m (15-20′) tall. It has a semi weeping habit and produces masses of large blood-red flowers in spring and early summer.
Best climate: ‘Harkness’ will grow in all areas of Australia.
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Bottlebrushes are generally low maintenance, but if plants become straggly, prune heavily to encourage new growth.
‘Harkness’ is readily available from nurseries and garden centres.