Melaleuca elliptica |
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Honey Myrtle, Granite-Bottlebrush |
Description
Melaleuca elliptica is an evergreen shrub or tree. It has narrow, sometimes needle-like leaves and clustered flowers with prominent stamens. It has interesting contorted branches and bark that peels in thick, papery layers.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Screen, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.