Callistemon hybrida ‘Candy Pink’ – Pink Bottlebrush
A beautiful bottlebrush that stands out from the crowd
Callistemon hybrida ‘Candy Pink’ is a stunning Australian native shrub that brings a softer touch to the traditional bottlebrush, producing masses of eye-catching candy-pink flowers throughout the warmer months. Growing to approximately 2–3 metres tall and 2–3 metres wide, it forms a dense, attractive shrub ideal for hedging, screening, feature planting and wildlife-friendly gardens. With its long flowering period, low-maintenance nature and excellent adaptability, Candy Pink is a standout performer in Melbourne landscapes.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Callistemon hybrida ‘Candy Pink’ |
| Common Name | Candy Pink Bottlebrush |
| Mature Height | 2–3m |
| Mature Width | 2–3m |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Soil Type | Well-drained soils |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Flower Colour | Soft Candy Pink |
| Flowering Period | Spring to Summer |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Wildlife Attraction | Birds, Bees & Pollinators |
Why Melbourne Gardeners Love Candy Pink Bottlebrush
Candy Pink offers a unique alternative to traditional red bottlebrush varieties, delivering masses of soft pink blooms that brighten the garden while attracting nectar-feeding birds and beneficial pollinators. Its dense growth habit makes it an excellent screening or hedging plant, while its toughness and drought tolerance ensure reliable performance throughout Melbourne’s changing seasons. Whether used as a feature shrub or planted in groups, it provides colour, texture and year-round appeal.
Why You’ll Love It – Soft colour, fast growth and wildlife appeal combined
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Unique Pink Flowers | Adds softer colour to native gardens |
| Great for Screening | Dense growth creates natural privacy |
| Wildlife Friendly | Attracts birds, bees and pollinators |
| Low Maintenance | Tough and easy to grow once established |
