Leptospermum namadgiensis

Also Known As

Alpine Tea Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 3'-10'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Leptospermum namadgiensis plant details

Leptospermum namadgiensis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leptospermum namadgiensis

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: peeling bark, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leptospermum namadgiensis

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the nicest tea trees to come to us in a long time, this shared with us by Paul Bonine of Xera Plants and named after Namadgi National Park on the Australian Capital Territory/ New South Wales border. Only found in the late 80s growing on thin soils at high elevations and introduced to us recently. To 3-4 ft tall with small, shiny, evergreen leaves and spring flowers, white ever so slightly tinted pink, for sun to dappled shade. To us the most striking feature is the bark, peeling in sheets to a light orange. Plants in the garden should be lifted to expose this lovely feature. Good hedging or container plant and rather drought tolerant in the ground. Has been tested so far in this country to as low as 5F with no damage, therefore a confidant USDA zone 7b.