{"product_id":"grayleaf-teabush-melochia-tomentosa","title":"Grayleaf Teabush (Melochia tomentosa)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrayleaf Teabush (Melochia tomentosa) — Locally Grown in Pierson, Florida at Flowing Well Tree Farm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative Pollinator Shrub • Butterfly Plant • Drought-Tolerant Florida Native • Florida-Grown Restoration Stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrayleaf Teabush (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMelochia tomentosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a tough, long-blooming Florida native shrub prized for its ability to attract pollinators, thrive in difficult conditions, and provide reliable color throughout much of the year. Naturally found in dry uplands, coastal habitats, roadsides, and open natural areas throughout Florida, this adaptable native is increasingly used in pollinator gardens, restoration projects, native landscapes, and low-maintenance commercial plantings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy Grayleaf Teabush here, you're not getting greenhouse-grown material shipped from another region—you’re getting locally grown, Florida-adapted plants produced in Pierson and conditioned to thrive in Florida’s heat, humidity, sandy soils, and seasonal weather patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat matters for long-term success. Locally grown native shrubs establish more quickly, develop stronger root systems, and adapt better to the environmental conditions they will experience after planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is direct-from-grower native plant material. Visit the farm, see how our native shrubs are grown, and receive practical guidance on pollinator habitat creation, restoration projects, and sustainable landscape design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrayleaf Teabush is especially valued because it provides nearly continuous nectar resources for pollinators while requiring very little maintenance once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Locally Grown Matters for Native Shrubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarting with Florida-grown stock provides important advantages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter adaptation to Florida heat and humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStronger root development before planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved drought tolerance after establishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaster landscape acclimation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased long-term vigor and survival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter performance in restoration and native plantings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt creates a stronger foundation for successful native landscape establishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Wildlife Value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrayleaf Teabush is one of Florida’s most dependable pollinator plants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces abundant nectar-rich flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttracts native bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports pollinators throughout extended bloom periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhances biodiversity in native landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContributes to healthy pollinator corridors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValuable component of habitat restoration projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts nearly continuous flowering habit makes it a favorite among pollinator-focused gardeners and restoration professionals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Blooming Seasonal Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species delivers color and activity for much of the year:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall pink to lavender flowers produced in clusters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended bloom season in warm climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive silver-gray foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates a soft, natural appearance in landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent companion plant for native wildflowers and grasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of flowers and foliage provides year-round visual interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClimate \u0026amp; Site Adaptability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrayleaf Teabush thrives where many ornamental shrubs struggle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to dry, sandy habitats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely heat tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly drought tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforms well in poor soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates coastal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdapted to Florida's challenging climate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts resilience makes it ideal for low-maintenance and sustainable landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Growing Zones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZones 8–11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, performing exceptionally well throughout Florida and other warm coastal regions of the Southeast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Size \u0026amp; Growth Habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile native shrub:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–8 ft mature height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–6 ft mature spread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpright to rounded growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense branching structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasily maintained through occasional pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks well as an accent, informal hedge, or pollinator shrub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best flowering performance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates light partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum blooms occur in sunny locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Site Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdapted to Florida’s native growing conditions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers well-drained sandy soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates poor soil fertility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforms well in coastal environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandles dry conditions exceptionally well\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid prolonged saturated soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent choice for difficult sites where many landscape plants fail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guidance (Grower Recommended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun whenever possible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDig planting hole 2–3× wider than root ball\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant at original soil depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly after planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply mulch around root zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep mulch away from the base of the plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during initial establishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can assist with pollinator garden design, native landscape planning, and restoration project layouts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Establishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season while roots establish. Once established, Grayleaf Teabush becomes highly drought tolerant and requires little supplemental irrigation except during extended dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimal fertilizer requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically thrives without supplemental feeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight balanced fertilizer only if needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive fertilization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest performance often occurs in lean native soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely low maintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrune lightly to shape if desired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be rejuvenated with occasional selective thinning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally develops an attractive form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew pest or disease concerns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for low-input landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Is a Smarter Long-Term Investment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Locally grown in Florida for superior field performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Outstanding pollinator and butterfly plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Long blooming native shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Highly drought and heat tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Excellent for restoration and habitat projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Thrives in poor sandy soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Low-maintenance landscape performer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Grower-direct expertise and planting support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Real Value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn’t just another flowering shrub—it’s a durable native plant that helps restore ecological function to the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’re not simply planting flowers. 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