Melaleuca huegelii growing shrub to tree of the genus Melaleuca also known as Melaleuca citrina, Melaleuca huegelii perennial evergreen used as ornamental plant, bonsai or shade tree drought tolerant, can grow in tropics, subtropics, mediterranean or desert climate and grow in hardiness zone 9+.
Leaves color green in lanceolate shape in size 1-2cm (0.5-1 inches).
Melaleuca huegelii flower
Flower color white, the flower small needle like and grow in inflorescence in bottlebrush shape.
Melaleuca huegelii for sale – Seeds or Plants to Buy
Requirements for Melaleuca huegelii growing and care:
More than -5C, drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Invasive
Planting season:
Autumn / Winter / Spring
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Autumn / early winter
How to prune:
Just for design
Size of the plant?
2-5m, 6-15 feet
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water / Average amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season:
Winter / Spring
General information about the flower
White small flowers needle like and grow in inflorescence in bottlebrush shape
Scientific name:
Melaleuca huegelii
