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Melaleuca 'Mini Quini'

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its fine foliage and profuse pink bottlebrush flowers. Well suited to New Zealand gardens, it flowers through spring and summer and attracts birds and pollinators. This tidy low growing plant is ideal for gardeners wanting colour texture and reliability in smaller spaces while enjoying a hardy shrub that performs well across a wide range of conditions.

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' shrub with lush, green foliage.
Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' green leaves.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy, Wet
Garden uses:Hedging, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku17043

How to grow Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' in NZ

To grow Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' in NZ, plant it in a sunny position with free draining soil. It tolerates a range of soil types but performs best where drainage is good. Planting in spring or autumn allows roots to establish well. Water regularly during the first year, then reduce watering once established. This plant is tolerant of coastal conditions and light frost.

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' care tips

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' is easy to care for once established. Water during prolonged dry periods but avoid waterlogged soils. Feed lightly with a general fertiliser in spring to support flowering. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage bushy growth. This variety responds well to regular light trimming and remains tidy with minimal maintenance.

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' size, spacing, and growth rate

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' typically grows to around 1 to 1.2 metres tall and wide. Space plants approximately 1 metre apart to allow good airflow and full shape development. It has a moderate growth rate, establishing steadily before forming a dense rounded shrub. Occasional pruning helps manage size and encourages more prolific flowering.

Landscaping uses for Melaleuca 'Mini Quini'

Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' is ideal for borders low hedging and feature planting. It works well in coastal gardens native inspired landscapes and modern designs. The pink flowers provide seasonal colour while the fine foliage adds texture year round. This compact shrub is also suitable for large containers and courtyard gardens.

Why buy Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Melaleuca 'Mini Quini' from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown for New Zealand conditions and selected for strength and performance. We supply healthy well established plants, provide expert growing advice, and offer reliable nationwide delivery so you can plant with confidence.

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