Melaleuca nesophila Little Nessie

Melaleuca nesophila 'Little Nessie' is a small to medium-sized, evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and mauve flowers. It is also known as Honey Myrtle. 

Appearance 

• Dense, round growth habit

• Small, bright green leaves

• Mauve flowers in the summer

• Flowers open bright and fade as they age

Growing conditions 

• Prefers full sun to part shade

• Prefers well-drained soil

• Tolerant of light frost and salt

• Tolerant of desert heat, drought, and coastal conditions

Uses 

• Ideal for seaside gardens, rockeries, mixed garden beds, and hedging

• Looks stunning in a pot

• Useful on banks and slopes

• Great for cutting

Wildlife 

• Attracts bees, nectar-eating birds, butterflies, and other insects

Maintenance 

• Prune after flowering to maintain compact growth habit

Other names Purple Paper Bark, Lavender Paper Bark, and Western Tea Myrtle

14cm pot