Melaleuca linariifolia

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Flaxleaf Paperbark

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Jacobs/Frommer

 

Description

This medium-sized tree will grow 15'-20' tall and produces wonderful white blooms. It can survive both dry and wet soil conditions. It is frost tolerant. The bark tears off readily in thin sheets of "paper", thus the common name Paperbark.

 

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Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

Width Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.