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

Certified GKH Gardening Expert
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