MELOCHIA

MELOCHIA

(Melochia tomentosa) 

Pyramid Bush, Tea Bush This is a native 18 - 24 inches compact, bushy plant that is a profuse bloomer with clusters of small pink star-like flowers non-stop from spring thru fall. Does best in sun with moist, well drained soil but is also drought tolerant. Also somewhat invasive. Attracts butterflies, bees and birds.

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