Leptospermum riparium ‘River Tea Tree’ Tas Endemic
$4.50
Origin: Tasmanian endemic species.
Shrub 2.0 to 4.0 metres. Glossy green leaves. Stems reddish. Flowers white in spring.
Edibles: Leaves used for tea
Feature Codes: DEPTX
Seeds per gram: 10000+
Description
| Origin |
Tas, |
| Form: |
Medium shrub – very dense |
| Type: |
Evergreen |
| Height (typical): |
2.5m |
| Width (typical): |
2 – 2.5m |
| Growth rate: |
Very fast |
| Uses: |
Shrubberies, specimen, screen, hedge |
| Soil type: |
Any soil |
| Position: |
Full sun to partial shade |
| Frost hardiness: |
Very hardy |
| Drought tolerance: |
Needs summer water |
| Wind firmness: |
Very wind firm |
| Windbreak position: |
First or second row. |
| Flowering time: |
Spring |
| Pruning: |
Not required but will respond if pruned |
| Features: |
Bird attracting (honey eaters & parrots) |
|
Butterfly attracting |
| Edibles: |
Leaves used for tea |
