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Australian Native Plants, located in Ventura, CA, is a leader in ornamental trees and shrubs for Mediterranean gardens. Shop the online store or come visit us (by appointment only).
Leptospermum laevigatum

Description

Medium shrub or small tree 10-20' with grey-green foliage and white flowers in winter/spring/summer. Hardy to most soils and situations. Excellent small tree for small gardens, with knarled trunks developing with age. Tolerant of moderate frosts and extended dry periods. Tolerant of salt-laden winds and makes an excellent windbreak on exposed coastal sites.

Details

Biological Name: Leptospermum laevigatum
Common Name: Coastal Tea-tree
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Eastern Australia
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established
Frost: Moderately Frost Tolerant 25F (-4C)
Soil: Well-drained to poorly drained soils
Flower Color: White
Flower Time: Winter-spring
Height: Variable 10-25'
Width: Variable
See also...
Shrub
Tree
Availability ...
1 Gallon: not available
2 Gallon: not available
5 Gallon: $45.00
15 Gallon: backordered
Mail Order Plant (online only): not available
Seeds (online only): not available

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