Bottle Brush Green Plant
Bottle Brush Green is a moderate-growing shrub reaching 10–15 ft, thriving in USDA zones 8–11, with well-drained sandy soil, full sun, and moderate moisture, with medicinal properties but no edible uses.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1-3 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Moderate moisture
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Australia
Climatic Condition
Warm, Temperate
Temperature (°)
15-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Loam + Sand
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10:10:10)
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
500-1000 g
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.5-7.0
Soil EC
1.0 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Moderate yield
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10-20 years
Health Benefits
Attracts pollinators, ornamental
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% sand, 40% garden soil, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 months with slow-release fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Scale, Spider Mites
White coating on leaves, yellowing, webbing, sticky residue
Fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Antimicrobial properties; used in traditional medicine for infections.
· Tea made from the leaves may aid digestion.
· Antioxidant-rich, potentially helping with inflammation.