Melaleuca ericifolia

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Melaleuca ericifolia, Swamp Paperbark, Ericifolia, Melaleuca ericifolia Swamp Paperbark, Swamp Paperbark Tree, Swamp Paper Bark

Melaleuca ericifolia, commonly known as Swamp Paperbark, is a small tree grown for its pretty flowers and hardy nature. It has dense, almost needle like, dark green foliage which is held on arching branches and typically grows to 8 m tall and 5 m wide. It produces masses of cream-coloured flowers during spring, which transform the tree. Melaleuca ericifolia is commonly grown as a specimen, planted in wet areas, used for shelter and screening, or planted to attract wildlife.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	8.00 m
Spread:	5.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Melaleuca ericifolia, Swamp Paperbark, Ericifolia, Melaleuca ericifolia Swamp Paperbark, Swamp Paperbark Tree, Swamp Paper Bark

Melaleuca ericifolia Details

Melaleuca ericifolia, commonly known as Swamp Paperbark, is a small tree grown for its pretty flowers and hardy nature. It has dense, almost needle like, dark green foliage which is held on arching branches. It produces masses of cream-coloured flowers during spring, which transform the tree. This evergreen typically grows to 8 m tall and 5 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of wet, swampy conditions, coastal environments, moderate frost, and dry periods. Melaleuca ericifolia is commonly grown as a specimen, planted in wet areas, used for shelter and screening, or planted to attract wildlife.