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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 violacea

Description

Attractive dwarf shrub, usually flat-topped with purplish new growth. Branches are often horizontal and layering with small green ovate-cordate sessile leaves and violet flowers. Some forms are more upright to 5'. Hardy to most soils and situations but appreciates a drink in the dry periods! Responds well to pruning. Excellent for smaller gardens or containers.

Details

Biological Name: Melaleuca violacea

Common Name: Violet Paperbark

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Western Australia

Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established

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

Soil: Well-drained, sandy

Flower Color: Purple

Flower Time: Spring - early summer

Height: 1-5'

Width: 3-6'

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