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Leptospermum petersonii

Lemon-Scented Tea Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

This arching small tree grows 9-20 feet tall and 6-15' feet tall and has green, needle-like leaves with white, pink, or red flowers that bloom in spring and summer.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

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Leaf Color

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Fruit Color

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Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.