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Australian Tea Tree

Leptospermum Laevigatum

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Overview

Leptospermum laevigatum, commonly called Australian Tea Tree, is an evergreen shrub reaching 10-20 ft tall and 15-30 ft wide. Its gnarled trunk and dense, small, gray-green foliage are hallmarks. This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 9-11, enjoys full sun, and tolerates drought, salt, and poor soils. Pristine white flowers blossom in spring, attracting pollinators. It serves as an excellent hedge or windbreak in coastal conditions.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Type Shrub, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Leptospermum laevigatum prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil; when integrating into garden designs
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Originating from Australia; shrub / tree with white bloomsAustralian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — white flowers in the garden; mature specimens typically reach heights of 10 to 30 feet with a spread of 6 to 10Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — is an evergreen shrub reaching 10-20 ft tall and 15-30 ft wideAustralian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — shrub / tree for fullAustralian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — creating a charming contrast against the foliage, image 41Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Its gnarled trunk and dense, small, gray-green foliage are hallmarks; such as salt spray and strong winds+78

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Myrtaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Leptospermum laevigatum prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil; when integrating into garden designs
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Originating from Australia; shrub / tree with white blooms
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — white flowers in the garden; mature specimens typically reach heights of 10 to 30 feet with a spread of 6 to 10
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — is an evergreen shrub reaching 10-20 ft tall and 15-30 ft wide
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — shrub / tree for full
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — creating a charming contrast against the foliage, image 41
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Its gnarled trunk and dense, small, gray-green foliage are hallmarks; such as salt spray and strong winds
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — leathery foliage emits a delightful; furthermore, its resistance to pests and diseases contributes, image 65
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Pristine white flowers blossom in spring, attracting pollinators, image 32
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — this evergreen shrub or small tree is renowned for its endurance and aesthetic appeal; it serves as, image 63
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — white flowers in the garden
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Originating from Australia
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — commonly called Australian Tea Tree; this hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 9-11, enjoys full sun, and
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — making it an ideal choice for coastal landscapes
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — or windbreak to take full advantage of its characteristics
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — It serves as an excellent hedge or windbreak in coastal conditions
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — When integrating into garden designs; this evergreen shrub or small tree is renowned for its endurance and
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — is an evergreen shrub reaching 10-20 ft tall and 15-30 ft wide; leathery foliage emits a delightful, image 56
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — leathery foliage emits a delightful; furthermore, its resistance to pests and diseases contributes to its
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Regular pruning can help maintain the desired shape and size for various landscape applications; its gnarled
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — It serves as an excellent hedge or windbreak in coastal conditions; aromatic fragrance when crushed
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Pristine white flowers blossom in spring, attracting pollinators, image 59
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Pristine white flowers blossom in spring, attracting pollinators
Australian Tea Tree (Leptospermum Laevigatum) — Mature specimens typically reach heights of 10 to 30 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet
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