Melaleuca fulgens

Also Known As

Scarlet Honey Myrtle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'
W: 8'

planting zones

9a-11

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Melaleuca fulgens plant details

Melaleuca fulgens is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Melaleuca fulgens

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 0 - 8 FT - wide, 0 - 8 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Melaleuca fulgens

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small to medium shrub up to 8' tall with green to gray-green, glaucus foliage. Flower color is variable; the clone we grow has scarlet flowers with golden anthers. Plant in full sun with excellent drainage. Western and Central Australia.