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Melaleuca elliptica

Granite Bottlebrush or Honey-Myrtle

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

Melaleuca elliptica is an evergreen shrub or tree. Narrow, sometimes needle-like leaves and clustered flowers with prominet stamens. Interesting contorted branches and bark that peels in thick, papery layers.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Park

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.