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Melaleuca squamea
Also Known As
- Swamp Honey-Myrtle
- Swamp Melaleuca
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-10'
- W: 6'-8'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Melaleuca squamea plant details
Melaleuca squamea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink, purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Melaleuca squamea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: myrtaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink, purple and white blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Melaleuca squamea
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: seaside / salt
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How to Grow Melaleuca squamea
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- purple
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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