dead limbs on the bottle brush tree

Question

I have had this tree for about two years and have noticed the dead limbs. What should I do? Also, when is the best time to feed the bottle brush? What is the best nutrients for the bottle brush tree? I live in the deep south on the Gulf of Mexico. It is hot. Very short mild winters.

Answer 1

These articles should help you determine how to prune and care for your bottle brush tree:

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

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st111