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Australian Native Plants, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit us (by appointment only).

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Melaleuca pulchella

Description

Attractive low shrub approx 3-4'x 3-5' with fine green foliage and purple-pink claw flowers appearing in spring/summer. Tolerant of most well-drained soils and situations, including alkaline soils, wet areas & moderate frosts. Grows well under eucalyptus. Plants respond to pruning and can be grown as a low hedge or screen. Good container plant.

Details

Biological Name: Melaleuca pulchella

Common Name: Claw Honey Myrtle

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Western Australia

Exposure: Full Sun

Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established

Frost: Frost Tolerant 25F-18F (-8C)

Soil: Well-drained, sandy

Flower Color: Purple-mauve

Flower Time: Spring - early summer

Height: 3-6'

Width: Variable

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