Melianthus ‘Antonow’s Blue’ Plant - Blue Honey Bush - Exotic Evergreen Shrub - Architectural Foliage - Melianthus major

Make a bold statement in your garden with Melianthus ‘Antonow’s Blue’ (African Honey Bush)—a striking shrub known for its large, serrated blue-gray foliage and dramatic architectural form. Perfect for adding a tropical look to landscapes, this fast-growing plant brings texture and contrast to any space.

🌟 Why You’ll Love It:

• ✔️ Unique blue-gray foliage with dramatic texture
• ✔️ Creates a bold architectural focal point
• ✔️ Fast-growing and eye-catching
• ✔️ Adds a tropical/exotic look to gardens
• ✔️ Fragrant nectar-rich flowers (in warm climates)

📦 What You’ll Receive

• Quantity: 1 live plant
• Healthy, rooted plant
• Size may vary depending on season
• Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌿 Plant Details

• Botanical name: Melianthus major ‘Antonow’s Blue’
• Common name: African Honey Bush
• Type: Evergreen shrub (semi-evergreen in cooler climates)
• Height: 6–10 feet
• Spread: 4–8 feet
• Foliage: Blue-gray, deeply serrated leaves

🌱 Care Instructions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Soil: Well-draining soil
• Maintenance: Cut back to shape or control size

❄️ Hardiness

• USDA Zones: 8–11
• May die back in colder climates and regrow from roots
• Protect from frost in cooler regions