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Melaleuca nesophila

Also Known As

  • Pink Melaleuca
  • Showy Honey-Myrtle

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Melaleuca nesophila plant details

Melaleuca nesophila is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Melaleuca nesophila

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: distinctive bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Melaleuca nesophila

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

Gardening facts about Melaleuca nesophila plant

How to Grow Melaleuca nesophila

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Zones

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Size

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