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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
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Leptospermum nitidum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12'
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'
Width: 3'
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8'
- sun
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