The Light Show Bottlebrush, from the Southern Living Plant Collection, is guaranteed to put on a dynamic display in any landscape. The Light Show produces brilliant red bottlebrush blooms tipped in white, which creates a fiber-optic sort of appearance. These brilliant red blooms begin appearing in spring and continue through summer. Unlike conventional Bottlebrush plants that can grow over 10 ft. tall, the Light Show Bottlebrush reaches only 2 ft. tall to 3 ft. W. Therefore, you can use it in all kinds of new applications. Try this dwarf bottlebrush shrub as an accent plant in a mixed garden bed, in a container, as a low-maintenance mass planting or as a foundation plant. Furthermore, this Bottlebrush plant is ideal for coastal gardeners thanks to its heat and salt tolerance. This dwarf-blooming evergreen shrub is hardy from USDA Zones 8-10 and grows best in Full Sun. It tolerates most soil types and qualities, however, adequate drainage is important. Water 2-3 times per week for the first growing season. Fertilize in spring with a slow-release balanced fertilizer. These Light Show Bottlebrush shrubs are well-established in a 2 Gal. plastic pot and tend to range from 12 in. to 18 in. tall when shipped. They are not guaranteed to be in bloom on arrival.
The Light Show Bottle Brush dazzles with its vibrant red, brush-like flowers that bloom profusely in spring and summer, attracting pollinators like bees and hummingbirds.
This compact Bottlebrush shrub typically grows to a height of 4-5 feet with a width of 3-4, making it perfect for small gardens and container planting.
Thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8-10, making it well-suited for warmer climates with mild winters.
Prefers full sun to partial shade, ensuring optimal blooming and vibrant foliage.
Ideal for use in borders, as a specimen plant, or in containers, the Light Show Bottle Brush adds a splash of color and texture to any landscape.
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering throughout the growing season.
Average Shipping Size: 12-16 inches tall X 10-14 inches wide
Ships from Alabama - Customers beyond the Southeast US should place orders from early fall to late spring to avoid heat damage in transit
If you are working on a big landscape project, consider ordering 1-2 of these dwarf Bottlebrush plants online at Lowes to ensure they meet your specifications before placing an order for your entire project