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Melaleuca nesophila

Pink Melaleuca

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This large shrub/small tree will grow quickly to 20' or 30' tall and 20-30' wide. It has straggly branches with thick, gray/green leaves and pinkish/white/yellow flowers that bloom most of the year.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

Flower Color

Blue, Pink, Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers