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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

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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