Description
Melaleuca viridiflora ‘Rubiflora’ – Paperbark – Tea-Tree
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Description:
A striking and hardy native, Melaleuca viridiflora ‘Rubiflora’ is a small tree or large shrub featuring clusters of bright red flowers with distinctive yellow anthers. Its vibrant blooms attract birds, bees, and beneficial insects, making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. With its tolerance for drought and a range of soil types, including wet or seasonally waterlogged conditions, it is a resilient and low-maintenance choice for native landscapes.
Key Features:
- 🌳 Common Name: Paperbark/Tea-Tree
- 💮 Flowers: Clusters of bright red blooms with yellow anthers, appearing in spring and summer
- 🌱 Foliage: Narrow, aromatic leaves, forming a dense, bushy habit
- 🌳 Growth: Typically grows 3-7m tall, depending on conditions
- 📍 Preferred Conditions: Thrives in both dry and wet soils, including seasonal waterlogging
- 🐝 Wildlife: Attracts nectar-feeding birds, bees, and pollinators
Climate Suitability:
✔️ Drought-tolerant once established
✔️ Suitable for tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate climates
✔️ Grows well in sandy, loamy, and even periodically waterlogged soils
Growing Conditions:
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Prefers well-draining soil but adapts to wet and dry conditions
- Watering: Low water requirements once established but benefits from occasional deep watering in dry periods
- Frost Tolerance: Moderate frost tolerance
Propagation Instructions:
- Sowing Time: Best in spring or autumn, avoiding extreme heat or frost.
- Sowing Depth: Lightly press onto the surface of a seed-raising mix; do not cover, as light aids germination.
- Moisture & Warmth: Keep moist but not waterlogged; mist spray to maintain humidity.
- Germination Timeframe: 2-6 weeks, depending on conditions.
- Transplanting: Once seedlings develop strong roots and leaves, transfer to larger pots and grow for several months before planting out.
- Care: Water regularly while young; once established, it is hardy and low-maintenance.
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