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MELALEUCA gibbosa
Commonly known as Paper bark
Light purple flowers in short dense bottlebrushes
£15.50 each
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Good to know
Restrictive pruning is required after flowering under glass -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects and red spider mite under glass -
Place of origin
South and South East Australia, incuding Tasmania -
EvergreenOpposite, stalkless leaves to 6mm (¼in) long
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SpikesShort, dense spikes to 2cm (¾in) long
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a warm, sheltered border
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Coastal / windsweptIn sheltered coastal areas
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterUnder glass use loam-based compost (JI No.2) with added leaf mould
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Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Obovate
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Ovate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, rounded shrub with rough, fissured grey bark. Flowers are followed by flask-shaped fruit
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
With some midday shade. Shelter from cold winds -
Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
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