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Melaleuca pachyphylla

Green Bottlebrush

Myrtaceae

Description:

Hardy small shrub with prickly green leaves. Produces bright green flower brushes up to 10 cm long from spring through autumn. Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies. Can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Special Features:

  • Flowers produce nectar, useful as bush tucker

  • Excellent seaside and small coastal garden plant

  • Hardy, adaptable, and low maintenance

Natural Habitat:

Wet Heath, Fresh Water Wetland, Coastal Heath

Tree/Shrub Height:

Upright shrub to 1.5m

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable

Flower Colour:

Green

Melaleuca pachyphylla - Green Bottlebrush

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