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Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly'

Also Known As

  • Leptospermum humifusum 'Squiggly'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly' plant details

Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Squiggly' does as it says with its wiry, mahogany-red stems and evergreen tiny leaves. Small, round-petaled, white summer flowers that are very high on the cuteness scale will cover this 3' tall x 5' wide shrub. Minimum temperature: 5 ºF

Gardening facts about Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly' plant

How to Grow Leptospermum rupestre 'Squiggly'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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