Buy Melaleuca squarrosa

Also Known As

Sweet-Scented Paperbark

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 15'
W: 15'

planting zones

9a-12

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Melaleuca squarrosa plant details

Melaleuca squarrosa is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green and red foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Melaleuca squarrosa

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 15 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Melaleuca squarrosa

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This shrub/small tree, a Myrtle relative, hails from parts of southeastern Australia, most notably Tasmania. Its arching branches and dense foliage make it an attractive addition to the garden especially when flowering, bearing spikes of cream to white perfumed flowers in spring or early summer. Eventually grows to 15 ft tall x 12 ft wide. Best in full sun with moist soil until established, occasional summer water thereafter.