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Leptospermum nitidum

Also Known As

Tea Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

Leptospermum nitidum plant details

Leptospermum nitidum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leptospermum nitidum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leptospermum nitidum

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This handsome 4-6' EG shrub is densely branched and covered with lustrous-green 1" fragrant leaves and, during late spring, copious(!!) 1" white flowers; fine hedge or specimen. PSh/M