Bottlebrush flower has faded, but new growth beyond–prune or no?

Question

I have two bottle brush trees which displayed a vibrant bloom this spring. Those blooms are now faded into a darker burgundy shade.

1) Should I prune, removing these darkened blossoms?
2) Will the bottle brush continue to bloom this season if I prune?
3) Is this fading normal, or indicative of a condition I should remedy? (the other neighborhood bottle brushes are maintaining brilliance)

Thank you!

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Answer 1

Based on the faded blossoms, it looks as though your bottlebrush bloomed early. Try deadheading and you may see more blossoms this summer.

Here's more info:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/growing-bottlebrush-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/bottlebrush/pruning-bottlebrush-plants.htm