Product details
Product Overview
Leptospermum petersonii Lemon-Scented Tea Tree is a delightful Australian native shrub or small tree loved for its aromatic foliage and graceful white blossoms. Its fresh lemon fragrance, combined with its elegant appearance, makes it a versatile choice for gardens and landscapes, bringing sensory appeal and natural beauty to any space.
Growth:
This evergreen shrub typically grows to a height of 5 to 7 metres, with a spread of up to 4 metres. Its open-branched structure and pendulous branches create a soft, airy silhouette. The bark is thin and fibrous, while new growth often showcases a reddish or purplish tinge, adding an extra layer of interest.
Light Requirements:
Thrives in full sun to part shade, performing best in well-lit areas where its foliage and flowers can fully shine.
Soil Requirements:
Adapts to a wide range of well-drained soils, including sandy and loamy types. It can tolerate poor soils and is well-suited to coastal conditions.
Water Requirements:
Requires regular watering during establishment but is drought-tolerant once mature. Occasional deep watering during extended dry periods keeps it healthy and vibrant.
Frost Tolerance:
Handles light frosts with ease, making it a resilient choice for temperate and coastal climates.
Drought Tolerance:
Highly drought-tolerant once established, this plant thrives in low-water landscapes, retaining its lush appearance even in dry conditions.
Flowering Information:
In spring and early summer, the Lemon-Scented Tea Tree produces clusters of delicate white flowers about 1.5 cm in diameter. These blossoms are a magnet for bees and pollinators, adding life and movement to the garden.
Spacing Requirements:
Plant trees 3 to 5 metres apart to allow their graceful form to develop fully and ensure good airflow.
Fertiliser Requirements:
Low-maintenance by nature, it benefits from a light application of native-specific, slow-release fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.
Care and Maintenance:
The Lemon-Scented Tea Tree is a low-maintenance beauty. Occasional pruning helps shape the plant and remove dead wood, while mulching around the base retains moisture and enriches the soil.
