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Information Sheet - Melaleuca Uncinata (Brushwood, Broombrush)
Natural... Renewable... Durable... Beautiful...
Environmentally friendly brushwood fencing is handmade on site using Australian 'Melaleuca Uncinata', specially imported from interstate. Stunning in appearance and very durable, Melaleuca is a salt hardy bush providing high durability and a natural barrier against insect and ant attack.
Characteristics
An evergreen Shrub growing to 2m. It is hardy to zone 0. It is in leaf all year. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Insects.
The plant prefers light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and requires well-drained soil. The plant prefers acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It requires dry or moist soil.
Habitats
Woodland Garden; Sunny Edge;
Uses
Medicinal: An essential oil is obtained from the leaves, it has a peppermint flavour and is used medicinally.
Construction: Wood - hard, durable, apt to split on drying. The dried branches are used in brush fences.
The high salt content provides long lasting protection against the Australian elements making this fencing suitable for pool surrounds and enclosures or salt exposed areas.
Brushwood fencing adds immediate appeal to any courtyard or landscaped area. Compacted on site by our team of specially trained installers, trimmed and topped with a bound capping, the soft, natural appearance of brush fencing and screens can make small courtyard areas feel much larger and less confining - and also rates highly an acoustic barrier!
Chemical and preservative free, brush fencing can be installed in soil or solid rock foundations, and can include openings and gates.
Brushwood fencing is installed on a solid galvanised steel frame that will last up to 40 years, making this fencing very strong and suitable for high wind areas.
Brushwood fencing is ideal for difficult shapes and areas
and can be installed level, stepped, raked or curved to suit any landscape. It can also be used for screens up to 3 metres high!
Brushwood fencing instantly transforms any garden or courtyard area into a stunning natural landscape. Brushwood fencing is popular in homes, townhouses, villas, resorts and has even been featured on television renovation shows including 'Garden Makeover' and 'Backyard Blitz'. Don't spend a fortune on your landscaping without starting with the fence! View some of our past projects for more ideas.
Tea Tree fencing adds immediate appeal to any courtyard or landscaped area. Handmade on site by our team of specially trained installers, Tea Tree fencing is strong, durable and able to withstand the extremities of the Australian climate without the use of preservatives! Rugged and good looking Tea Tree fencing can transform any backyard!