Crimson Bottlebrush

Callistemon citrinus

The most popular bottlebrush for bonsai. Fast-growing with striking red flowers. Adaptable to various styles and suitable for beginners and experts.

Crimson Bottlebrush Cultivars

Crimson Bottlebrush have hundreds of cultivars. Some popular ones for bonsai include:

Name Suitability Description
Splendens Ideal Compact variety with exceptionally bright red flowers. Excellent for medium-sized bonsai. Easier to keep in scale than the species.