{"product_id":"snowflake-honey-myrtle-melaleuca-linariifolia-snowflake","title":"Snowflake Honey Myrtle - Melaleuca linariifolia 'Snowflake'","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnowflake Honey Myrtle (\u003cem\u003eMelaleuca linariifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Snowflake') is a compact native shrub about 1.5m tall and 1.5m wide, covered from early summer to autumn in clusters of small, fluffy, cream-white flowers over fine foliage. It can be shaped into a formal low hedge or left to grow naturally in a cottage border, and birds flock to the nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of lacy white flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluffy cream-white clusters open from early summer through to autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirds and wildlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e The nectar rich flowers draw birds and other native wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShapes how you like.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clip it formally or leave it to grow naturally for a rustic look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles wet soil and frost.\u003c\/strong\u003e It will even put up with occasional wet feet, and it is frost tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 1.5m by 1.5m it fits hedges, borders and mid-sized beds without overwhelming them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow hedges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in a single row for a low hedge that knits together as it grows, and clip after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterways and damp spots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates temporary wet soil, so it is a good choice beside creeks, drains and low areas that collect water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCottage borders and native gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Left unclipped it makes a soft, rustic shrub that suits mixed borders and native beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Snowflake Honey Myrtle in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun encourages flowering. It is frost tolerant, so it suits subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most soil types and planting conditions. It will tolerate temporary wet soil, and occasional wet feet do not trouble it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water well, especially while it establishes. It has no special feeding needs beyond a light spring feed if growth is slow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to encourage a compact habit. For a formal hedge, clip lightly after each flush of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Snowflake Honey Myrtle as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. For a long hedge a tube is the economical choice. Plant out soon after arrival, water in well, and mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock is supplied by our grower, and supply comes and goes. A sold out tube simply means the grower has none today, so press the notify button on the page and we will email you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melaleucas\"\u003eBrowse our melaleucas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tea-trees\"\u003eTea trees and paperbarks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/best-hedging-plants\"\u003eCompare our best hedging plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-create-a-great-hedge-and-keep-it-looking-sharp\"\u003eHow to create a great hedge and keep it looking sharp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall will it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1.5m, though height depends on conditions and it can run slightly taller in rich soil. A light prune after flowering holds it where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with wet soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it tolerates temporary wet soil and occasional wet feet, which is why it suits low spots and waterways. It does not want to stand in water permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight after flowering. Pruning then encourages a compact habit and sets up next season's flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790857175359,"sku":"MEL-LIN-SNOWFL-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/snowflake-honey-myrtle-melaleuca-linariifolia-snowflake.jpg?v=1792209548","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/snowflake-honey-myrtle-melaleuca-linariifolia-snowflake","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}