Melaleuca thymifolia

Also Known As

Thyme Honey Myrtle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Melaleuca thymifolia plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Melaleuca thymifolia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 4 FT - wide, 0 - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: distinctive bark, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Melaleuca thymifolia

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Smaller shrub usually to 4' with an equal spread, bearing stiff, narrowly elliptic, miniature leaves resembling those of thyme. The bark is flaky with a cork-like texture, and the pink flowers in clusters have feather-like segments, quite different from the usual bottlebrush appearance. Like other Melaleucas, it is tolerant of many soil types and garden situations in California. Australia.