Leptospermum riparium

Also Known As

Riverine Tea Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 13'
W: 5'

planting zones

8a-11

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Leptospermum riparium plant details

Leptospermum riparium is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leptospermum riparium

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 9 - 13 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leptospermum riparium

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

There's not a lot of information out there on this rare species from the interior of Tasmania (and possibly mainland Australia?); in fact, this may be its first introduction to cultivation in the US. It has white flowers of average size for the genus, and so far (for us) the leaves, which are normally a dark glossy green, assume an appealing burgundy color during winter. It certainly tolerates, and may prefer, moist conditions; and should probably be hardy to at least 10 °F once established.