Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and scale insects
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scented paperbark · Melaleuca squarrosa
Also known as: Australian swamp tea tree; Tasmanian swamp tea tree
Under glass, grow in loam-based potting compost with added leaf mould, in full light with shade from hot sun. Water moderately while in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; water sparingly in winter. Outdoors grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position with the shelter of a warm wall
Generally disease-free
May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and scale insects
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