Kunzea baxteri Persian Pink

Closely related to callistemon, Kunzea Persian Pink is a handsome evergreen shrub prized for its masses of soft pink, bottlebrush-style blooms. Flowering generously, the fluffy blossoms create a delicate yet vibrant display that brightens the garden while providing valuable nectar for birds, beneficial insects and small mammals. With its naturally compact and dense growth habit, Persian Pink is ideal for screening and privacy planting. It responds well to pruning, making it perfect for shaping into a neat native hedge or maintaining as a tidy feature shrub. The fine foliage remains attractive year-round, adding texture and colour even when not in bloom. Light pruning after flowering will help maintain its shape and encourage even denser growth, ensuring a beautiful display season after season.

Soil: Sandy, well-drained soils.
Conditions: Full sun. Frost, and coastal tolerant, copes with wind and rain; reasonably tolerant to humidity.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 1-2m