Bottlebrush

Bottlebrush is a large evergreen shrub with a dense growth and a thick trunk. It has long and sticky leaves that smells citric when they are rubbed. The Bottlebrush produces small rose-pink or red flowers in the shape of a bottlebrush. It is native to Australia, and is popular as an ornamental plant in many countries world-wide.

Bottlebrush should be watered regularly during warmer months, but avoid over watering. Make sure to check the soil a few inches down, if the soil is still damp, postpone the watering session. During the winter, the soil should be even more sparsely, to the point of never leaving it soaking, but not completely dry. The plant can also tolerate some short droughts, as long as the roots are cool-preferably covered in mulch- and the leaves are well protected.