Melaleuca linariifolia 'Snowstorm'
Snowstorm Melaleuca
The Melaleuca linariifolia 'Snowstorm', commonly known as Snowstorm Melaleuca, is a striking evergreen tree or large shrub known for its soft, fine foliage and profuse display of fluffy, white, bottlebrush-like flowers. This hardy Australian native thrives in various conditions, making it ideal for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant in both formal and naturalistic landscapes.
Specifications
- Height5–8 meters
- Width3–5 meters
- Native toAustralia
- FoliageFine, soft, green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate to fast
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay soils
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterLow to moderate; tolerates occasional wet conditions once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions
Additional Features
- FlowersMasses of fluffy, white blooms in spring and summer, resembling a snowstorm
- FormDense, rounded canopy with upright growth habit
- UsesIdeal for hedging, screening, windbreaks, or as a feature tree
- SpacingPlant 2–3 meters apart for screens or as individual specimens
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; shape after flowering if desired
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and resilient
- Drought ToleranceModerate; performs well in waterwise gardens
- Frost ToleranceHardy to light frost
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract birds, bees, and butterflies
- Erosion ControlSuitable for stabilizing soils in erosion-prone areas
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with seasonal floral display
- VersatilityComplements native, contemporary, and cottage garden styles
The Snowstorm Melaleuca is a resilient and visually stunning plant, offering year-round greenery and a spectacular floral display. Its adaptability and ornamental appeal make it a versatile choice for residential and commercial landscapes.
Project pedigree: This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. Read the tolerance catalogue record.