Melaleuca Bracteata - Johannesburg Gold STD 10L

Melaleuca bracteata (River Tea Tree / Paperbark Tea Tree)

Product Description

Melaleuca bracteata, commonly known as River Tea Tree or Paperbark Tea Tree, is an evergreen tree valued for its dense foliage, attractive bark, and aromatic leaves. It is widely used for screening, hedging, windbreaks, and as a feature tree. The tree produces small, fluffy white flowers in the warmer months and is appreciated for its fast growth and adaptability.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: Typically 4 m – 8 m
• Spread: Approximately 3 m – 6 m
• Forms a dense, rounded canopy, making it suitable for screening and shade.

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates a wide range of soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils.
• Watering: Regular watering during establishment. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can cope with dry conditions.
• Temperature: Prefers warm climates and is tolerant of coastal conditions.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring for best growth.
• Pruning: Responds well to pruning and shaping; ideal for hedging and screening.

Planting & Seasonal Guidance (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Autumn or spring for best establishment.
• Growing Season: Active growth occurs in spring and summer.
• Flowering Season: Late spring to summer, producing small white bottlebrush-like flowers.
• Winter Care: Reduce watering in winter; protect young trees from severe frost.