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    • Photo of Melaleuca squamea foliage by Karl Gercens III

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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

    Gardening facts about Melaleuca squamea plant

    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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