Story: Melaleuca Shape Saver
Episode: 10
Presenter: Jim Fogarty
Air Date: 9 May 2026

Jim Fogarty showcases the Melaleuca Space Saver and how it can be displayed in your garden.

• Jim Fogarty is recognised as one of Australia’s leading landscape designers.
• Space Saver Melaleuca is an upright native plant with a naturally narrow and columnar growth habit.
• The plant produces strong vertical growth while maintaining minimal horizontal spread.
• Space Saver Melaleuca is suitable for screening and boundary planting in areas where garden space is limited.
• The variety is considered low maintenance due to its adaptability and straightforward pruning requirements.
• The plant can tolerate frost, drought, semi-humid conditions and salt-laden winds.
• Regular pruning encourages denser foliage growth and helps gardeners maintain the desired plant height.
• In spring and summer, the plant produces masses of cream flowers that contrast with dark green foliage and lime-coloured new growth.

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