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Melaleuca alternifolia

Also Known As

  • Tea Tree
  • Ti Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 6'-20'
  • W: 10'-20'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Melaleuca alternifolia plant details

Melaleuca alternifolia is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter cream and tan flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Melaleuca alternifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and tan blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Melaleuca alternifolia

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Gardening facts about Melaleuca alternifolia plant

How to Grow Melaleuca alternifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • tan
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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