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    Melianthus pectinatus

    Also Known As

    • Honey Flower

    Plant type

    tree, shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-10'
    • W: 6'-10'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Melianthus pectinatus plant details

    Melianthus pectinatus is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Melianthus pectinatus

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: francoaceae
    Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Uses: tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Melianthus pectinatus

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This Melianthus is a great plant for the tropical looking garden. Growing on stout stems, it can reach 6’- 10’ tall. The foliage is grey green & the flowers are scarlet & intricate. Not fussy about soil type, except that it remains moist, it does bloom more profusely on poor soil. Can tolerate wind but not sea spray. Deer resistant.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Melianthus pectinatus plant

    How to Grow Melianthus pectinatus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

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    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 3'-10'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - occasional
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    Melianthus major

    aka Honey Bush, Honey Flower, South African Honey Bush

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    8b-11

    Size

    Height: 4'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
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    Melianthus comosus

    aka Tufted Honey Flower

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 5'-7'

    Width: 5'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Melianthus comosus close-up, flower by A. Barra
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    Melianthus villosus

    aka Honeybush

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 4'-6'

    Width: 2'-5'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Melianthus villosus foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Melianthus major 'Purple Haze'

    aka Honey Bush

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Melianthus major 'Purple Haze' foliage by Danger Garden
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