Melaleuca citrina, the lemon-scented bottlebrush, is an evergreen shrub native to Australia, featuring vibrant red bottlebrush-like flowers.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay soils, but avoid waterlogged conditions.
Temperature
Mild to Warm
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Low Phosphorus
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Flowers best in full sun.
Moderate
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining soil is essential. Tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay soils, but avoid waterlogged conditions.
Mild to Warm
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C; can tolerate brief cooler periods.
Outdoor, Indoor
Low Phosphorus
Feed during growing season; avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-4 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
5-7 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
