{"product_id":"callistemon-better-john-14cm-pot","title":"Callistemon Better John - 14cm Pot","description":"\u003cimg alt=\"click and collect only\" height=\"55\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/CNC_SP_Banner.png?v=1644031012\" width=\"480\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCallistemon ‘Better John’ is an improved, modern selection of the popular ‘Little John’, bred for stronger growth, faster establishment and enhanced foliage colour. This compact bottlebrush forms a neat, rounded shrub with striking blue-green mature leaves and soft, silvery-toned new growth, giving it year-round visual appeal.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFlowering from mid to late spring, it produces clusters of small red bottlebrush flowers that add a vibrant contrast to the cool-toned foliage and attract birds and pollinators.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWith its naturally compact size and tidy habit, Better John is ideal for feature planting, low hedging and contrast in mixed garden beds, especially where space is limited.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMature size: approximately 60cm – 1.2m high × 60–90cm wide\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPlant in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. This variety is adaptable to sandy and free-draining soils and tolerates both drought and cold once established.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWater regularly for the first 8–13 weeks to establish, then reduce, as it becomes low maintenance and drought tolerant. Mulch well to retain moisture and support root health.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nApply a slow-release fertiliser in spring if needed to encourage healthy growth. Pruning is minimal, trim every few years to maintain a natural shape, or more regularly if a tighter hedge is desired.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Feature and contrast planting\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Low hedging and borders\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Small gardens and tight spaces\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Native and waterwise landscapes\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Bird and pollinator-friendly gardens\u003cbr\u003e\r\n ","brand":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48747775361275,"sku":"calbj14","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/36747_BetterJohn.jpg?v=1776310273","url":"https:\/\/warranglen.com.au\/products\/callistemon-better-john-14cm-pot","provider":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}