Callistemon 'Captain Cook'

It was noted to have a more dwarf and bushy habit than usual and an abundance of flower buds as a young plant.

At a later stage, plants grown from seed were distributed under this name, and the true-to-type variety, which can only be propagated from cuttings became difficult to obtain.

[2] A proliferation of red "brushes" are produced in spring, with further flowering sometimes occurring in late summer or autumn.

[3] A sunny position enhances flowering, and it performs best when it can be watered during establishment and in spring.

[3] A small amount of chicken manure or complete plant food applied in spring is also of benefit to growth.