(1/2) Melaleuca quinquenervia leaning over a coastal tidal creek
(2/2) Melaleuca quinquenervia By Geoff Derrin [CC BY-SA 4.0] (Photo Credits)
Melaleuca - Swamp paperbark
Melaleuca quinquenerviaThis tall paper-bark is a common tree around coastal swamp areas. The white flowers appear in terminal spikes. Flowering is between to February to May, with some flower through winter. Warning This species is susceptible to Myrtle Rust (Puccinia psidiisl)... Read More
$4.90
When will it be in Stock?
We previously had the most to buy in May and Oct. With limited quantities for sale in other months.
Specifications of Melaleuca - Swamp paperbark
Preferred Climate SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) +10m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Yes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas SA, WA
Water Requirements Drought Hardy (Little Watering)
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? No (Full Size)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 4-5 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%), Part (Sun:50-80%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage, Poor Drainage (Clay)
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
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