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Callistemon LIttle John 180MM

Callistemon viminalis 'Little John'

I am Callistemon LIttle John. My family originated from Australia.

Habit Shrub - Compact Dwarf Form
Plant family Myrtaceae
I am an evergreen native with eye catching masses of dark wine red, bottle-brush flowers with contrasting bright yellow tipped stamens through spring, offset against naturally compact bluish-green foliage. I am an easy-to-grow, naturally dense dwarf rounded shrub requiring no pruning or other maintenance to look my best year on year. I tolerate most soils and climate conditions and am a good choice for heavy or sometimes waterlogged soils. My flowers attract nectar feeding birds and my dense form provides protective habitat.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I attract nectar-loving birds into your garden
I produce a profuse dark red flower spikes during spring and summer set against compact blue/green foliage
I am a hardy plant, adaptable to most conditions
Features
Ideal light: Full SunI thrive in full sun but will cope with some shade
Height: 1m Width: 1m(Size at point of sale approx. 35cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I tolerate dryness and require minimal water once established
I thrive in most soils even heavy ones that can become waterlogged
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant Handles wet/boggy spots Red flowers Blue Green foliage Flowers Jan-Feb, Aug-Dec
Council planting lists On 1 council list

The species Callistemon viminalis is on these council lists. Councils usually mean plants grown from local seed, so check whether a selected form like this one suits your project.

  • City of Greater Dandenong

    Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Small tree, native) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
  • In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success

Low maintenance I typcically develop an even rounded form without pruning

Suggested spacing: 0.6m apart.

Plant me .9m to 1m apart to create a low maintenance compact hedge

Full Sun (6+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

Planting & care

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Ask your retailer for Callistemon LIttle John by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Callistemon LIttle John

Callistemon viminalis 'Little John'

Natures Nectar® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 180mm

Product code: CALLIJ18S

Bunnings Fineline: 3901015

Barcode: 9319711047244

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.