Stiff Bottlebrush - Callistemon rigidus native but regrows in the spring

but regrows in the spring

Interestingly

in general

the leaves will close when touched

Tolerant of poor soil and dry weather

Stiff Bottlebrush - Callistemon rigidus native but regrows in the springWith 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,