Melaleuca incana 'Velvet Cushion'
VELVET CUSHION HONEY MYRTLE
Myrtaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, first line salt wind, light frost
1m
Plant habit
 
1m

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Pruning: Tip prune after flowering from a young age for density.

 
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Melaleuca incana 'Velvet Cushion'
VELVET CUSHION HONEY MYRTLE
Myrtaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, first line salt wind, light frost
1m
Plant habit
 
1m

FEATURES

Flowers: chartreuse

Flowering Time: early spring, late winter

Leaves: grey-green


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, contemporary, coastal, cottage & bush designs

Uses: informal hedge, pot, accents, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bird attracting






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