Stiff Bottlebrush - Callistemon rigidus native the leaves will close when

the leaves will close when touched

Interestingly

Water requirements: Medium

this plant blooms unusually fancy red flowers that dangle like a lantern

this plant will treat gardeners to masses of creamy white fragrant blooms on stalks several feet high

Stiff Bottlebrush - Callistemon rigidus native the leaves will close whenWith its clusters of delicate red flowers and tough leaves, stiff bottlebrush is a great choice for adding a bit of color to a southern or coastal landscape. Like other myrtle family members, bottlebrush is a superb plant for dealing with heat, humidity, and occasional dry weather. The growth is fast and rather bushy, but it can be trimmed into a tree or even an espalier. It can get rather large if left unchecked, maxing out at 8 feet tall and wide,