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Melianthus major

Honey Bush

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Janet Hunter

 

Description

Melianthus major is an evergreen shrub. Soft-wooded plant of rapid growth to 12'-14 ft. Boldly patterned foliage. Greyish green leaves of 1' long, divided into 9-11 strongly toothed leaflets. Foliage smells disagreeable when brushed or bruised. Foot-long spikes of reddish brown, 1" flowers in late winter, early spring.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Foundation, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.