About

A stately tree, reaching 5-15m, with a rounded head of foliage. It displays attractive flowers or foliage.

About the genus

Leptospermum are aromatic evergreen shrubs or small trees with small, often silky leaves and 5-petalled flowers in late spring and summer

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
PruningPrune when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible