Melaleuca elliptica |
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Honey Myrtle, Granite-Bottlebrush |
Malaleuca elliptica is an evergreen shrub or tree. Narrow, sometimes needlelike leaves and clustered flowers with prominet stamens. Interesting contorted branches and bark that peels in thick, papery layers.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.