Scarlet Honey Myrtle – Melaleuca fulgens
Features: Native | Drought Tolerant | Frost Tolerant | Bird Attracting | Myrtaceae family | Evergreen
Height: 1.5–3 m Spread: 1–2.5 m
A striking and showy shrub, Melaleuca fulgens is celebrated for its spectacular, bottlebrush-like flower spikes in vibrant shades of red, orange or purple, depending on the variety. Flowering primarily in spring and summer, it adds a burst of colour to native gardens and provides nectar that attracts birds and beneficial insects. With fine, aromatic foliage and attractive peeling bark, it brings year-round interest to the landscape.
Growing Conditions:
Prefers a sunny to partly shaded position. It performs best in well-drained soils and can tolerate periods of dryness once established. Responds well to pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Soil Type:
Sandy, loamy or gravelly soils with good drainage; tolerates mildly acidic to neutral pH.
Special Features:
Excellent for native and wildlife gardens
Long flowering season
Ideal as a feature shrub or informal hedge
Suits coastal and inland conditions
Low maintenance once established
