Purple Lace
Melaleuca thymifolia
Pretty small purple flowering shrub
FEATURES: Aromatic, blue-green leaves point upward giving this small shrub an upright appearance. Rich purple flowers made of many fluffy stamens in a claw-like arrangement are seen from late spring to autumn.
CONDITIONS: Suitable for a wide range of soil conditions in full sun. Tolerant of heavy, wet soils.
PLANTING IDEAS AND USES:
- pretty in either an Australian native or cottage style garden
- ideal for tall borders
- good in floral arrangements
- tall rockery plant
medium shrub
Autumn
Spring
Bird Attracting
Full Sun
Part Shade
Good for Tubs
Hedging
Clay Soil
Sandy Soil
Drought Tolerant
Coastal
Frost Hardy
