Calothamnus quadrifidus Common net bush, One-sided bottlebrush

Australia; 2m
Planting position: Full sun. Ideal for coastal gardens.
Tolerates drought and wind, once established.
Requires regular watering, until established. Well-draining soil. Spring applications of a little bone-meal. Shape pruning after flowering.
Propagate from summer cuttings.

This hardy evergreen has soft and hairy pine-like foliage and its red flowers are brush-like, borne one-sided on the branches.