Melaleuca Leucadendra "Fine Leaf Form" 5ltp

Melaleuca Leucadendron Fine Leaf, also known as Weeping Paperbark" is an evergreen tree that is native to Australia and Southeast Asia.  It typically grows upright to 10 meters in height with a weeping growth habit and fine delicate foliage.  The leaves are narrow, linear and pointed, measuring around 2-4cm in length. They are a vibrant green colour and have a slightly glossy appearance.  The bark of the tree is papery and white,  peeling away in strips to reveal a smooth,  creamy white layer underneath.  In summer, it produces clusters of small, cream coloured flowers that are held on the ends of the branches.  These flowers are highly fragrant and attracts bees and other pollinators to the tree.  It is a hardy tree that can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy and heavy clay soil.  It prefers full sun to partial shade and requires moderate watering during the growing season.  The tree is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate moderate frost. 

In the garden, Melaleuca Leucadendron Fine Leaf is a versatile tree that can be used as a feature plant or planted in groups to create a screen or windbreak.  The weeping growth habit and delicate foliage of this tree makes it an attractive choice for both formal and informal garden style.  The fragrant flowers also make it a popular choice for bees and butterflies garden.

Common Name:  Weeping Paperbark 

Plant Type:  Evergreen/Australian Native/tree 

Range:  Native Trees 2023

Dimensions:  10m high x 1.7m wide 

Sunlight:  Full sun 

Flower colour:  Cream 

Foliage Colour:  Green 

Flowering Season:  Summer 

Botanical Genus:  Melaleuca 

Botanical Species:  Leucadendron