{"product_id":"better-john-callistemon-viminalis-lj1-red-bottlebrush","title":"Better John™ Callistemon | Compact Red Bottlebrush","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd compact native colour and attractive foliage to your garden with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ Callistemon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a specially bred form of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallistemon viminalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e selected for its dense growth, improved foliage colour and manageable size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew growth emerges with soft silver tones created by fine hairs on the foliage, gradually maturing to an attractive blue-green. Small red bottlebrush flowers appear from mid to late spring, adding seasonal colour and attracting birds, bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60cm–1.2m high and 60–90cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Better John™ is well suited to low hedges, borders, native gardens, mass planting and feature positions. Its naturally compact habit makes it a useful alternative to larger bottlebrush varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Size Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as a young plant in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42mm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants in 42mm pots are small starter plants and will require growing time before reaching the mature size shown in example images.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants may not be flowering when dispatched. Height, branching, foliage colour and seasonal appearance will vary between individual plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePBR Warning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ Callistemon viminalis ‘LJ1’ is protected by Plant Breeder’s Rights (PBR).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnauthorised propagation, reproduction or sale of propagated plant material is prohibited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not take cuttings or otherwise propagate this variety for resale or commercial purposes without permission from the rights holder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ Callistemon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallistemon viminalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘LJ1’ PBR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Australian native shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver-toned soft new growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive blue-green mature foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall red bottlebrush flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers from mid to late spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense, compact growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaster to establish than traditional ‘Little John’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMature height approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60cm–1.2m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMature width approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60–90cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for low hedging and borders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for specimen and contrast planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates drought once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for full sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in a 42mm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Better John™ in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun generally encourages denser growth and stronger flowering, although the plant will also tolerate some light shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose sandy, loamy or other free-draining soil. Avoid permanently waterlogged positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly after planting and continue watering as required for approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–13 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the root system establishes. Once established, Better John™ develops good drought tolerance, although occasional deep watering during extended hot or dry weather will help maintain healthy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a layer of chunky mulch around the root zone to help retain moisture, regulate soil temperature and reduce weeds. Keep mulch slightly away from the main stem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf required, apply a slow-release fertiliser suitable for Australian native plants during spring. Avoid fertilisers containing excessive phosphorus unless specifically labelled as safe for natives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ naturally maintains a compact form and requires little pruning. For a natural shrub shape, prune approximately every \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–4 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if needed. For a neat hedge, trim approximately every \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or as required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ generally produces small red bottlebrush flowers from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emid to late spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering time and abundance may vary depending on climate, plant maturity, sunlight and seasonal conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ is suitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow hedging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden borders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecimen planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContrast planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRockeries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourtyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommercial landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBird and pollinator-friendly gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-maintenance garden designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor mass planting, use approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–5 plants per square metre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a linear hedge or border, plant approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5–2 plants per metre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the desired density.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing in Pots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ can be grown in pots and containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a quality native plant potting mix and choose a container with clear drainage holes. Move the young plant gradually into larger pots as its root system develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer-grown plants will require more regular watering than plants growing in the ground, particularly during warm or windy weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallistemon viminalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘LJ1’ PBR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrade Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Better John™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Better John Bottlebrush\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact evergreen Australian native shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied As:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Young live plant in a 42mm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small bottlebrush flower spikes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Growth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft silver tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue-green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dense and compact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 60cm–1.2m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 60–90cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid to late spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAspect:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sandy to free-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regular while establishing; drought tolerant once mature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Tolerance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cold tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinator Friendly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBird Attracting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low hedges, borders, specimen planting and mass planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePBR Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCallistemon viminalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘LJ1’ is protected by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Breeder’s Rights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnauthorised propagation for commercial sale is prohibited. Plants may be grown and enjoyed in home gardens but must not be propagated for resale without permission from the rights holder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImages show mature plants and are provided as examples only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a young starter plant in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42mm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The plant may be small and may not be flowering when dispatched.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant height, branching, foliage colour and seasonal appearance will vary naturally. Plants may be trimmed before dispatch when required for safe transport or healthy future growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Better John different from Little John?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ was bred from ‘Little John’ and was selected for quicker establishment, denser growth and improved foliage colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat colour is the foliage?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew foliage has soft silver tones, while mature leaves develop an attractive blue-green colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat colour are the flowers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter John™ produces small red bottlebrush flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering generally begins during mid-spring and continues into late spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large does Better John grow?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt generally grows approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60cm–1.2m high and 60–90cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat size plant will I receive?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a young starter plant supplied in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42mm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill it arrive in flower?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot necessarily. Flowering depends on the plant’s age, season and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Better John grow in full sun?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Full sun is ideal for dense growth and strong flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it tolerate part shade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Better John™ can grow in full sun to part shade, although flowering may be lighter in darker positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it drought tolerant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, once established. Young plants require regular watering while their root systems develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it cold tolerant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Better John™ tolerates cold conditions once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for subtropical gardens?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is suitable for Queensland and New South Wales, including many subtropical areas, when planted in a free-draining position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it grow in cooler regions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is also suitable for the ACT, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used as a hedge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its compact, dense growth makes it suitable for low hedges and borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far apart should I plant them?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor hedging, plant approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5–2 plants per linear metre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor mass planting, use approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–5 plants per square metre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it require regular pruning?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It naturally maintains a compact shape. Prune every few years if required, or more regularly when maintaining a formal hedge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it attract birds?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The red nectar-rich flowers can attract native birds and other pollinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat fertiliser should I use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a slow-release fertiliser formulated for Australian native plants during spring if required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45704972992565,"sku":null,"price":6.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/ExampleOnly_1.jpg?v=1783315595","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/better-john-callistemon-viminalis-lj1-red-bottlebrush","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}