A hardy small to medium upright shrub with brightly coloured flowers in spring and dark, glossy foliage. It is relatively narrow and therefore suitable for confined spaces such as driveways or can be used as a screen or feature plant. Flowers are good for floral work, pick in bud. Also great for bees and small insects and birds, as they are rich in nectar. Prune after flowering to encourage a more dense habit which gives more flowering next season.
Plant Type - Large shrub
Common Name - Tea Tree
Scientific Name - Leptospermum
Family - Myrtaceae
Cultivar Name - Rhiannon
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 1.5
Maximum Height - 2
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1.2
Flower Colour - Pink, Mauve
Flowering Time - Spring
pH Level - Acid, Neutral
Soil Type - Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Column-shaped
Life Span -
Soil Moisture - Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant, Screen
Special Uses - Cut flower, Bonsai, Honey producing plant, Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
Angus Cultivar -