Position
Full Sun to Semi Shade. Strongest foliage colour and flowering in full sun.
Prickly Tea Tree - Leptospermum continentale
A dense, upright native tea tree with prickly foliage and masses of small white flowers in spring. Ideal for screening, habitat plantings, coastal gardens and low maintenance native landscapes.
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Quick Facts
Size
Approx. 2-4m H × 1-2m W. Upright narrow habit ideal for mid to tall hedging.
Water
Low, very drought tolerant.
Uses
ird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Habitat, Hedging / Screening, Low Water Garden, Rockery, Wind Break, Native Garden, Under Trees
Description
Leptospermum continentale, commonly known as Prickly Tea Tree, is a hardy Australian native valued for its dense, upright habit and prickly foliage. In spring it becomes covered in masses of small white flowers that attract insects, birds and other wildlife. Its tough nature makes it ideal for screening, directing pedestrian movement and providing habitat in native landscapes. Resistant to wind, frost and drought, it performs strongly in exposed or low maintenance settings.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Grows in most soil types, including sandy or poor soils.
- Light: Prefers Full Sun but tolerates Semi Shade.
- Watering: Keep moist during establishment, becomes low maintenance once established.
- Fertiliser: Use a low phosphorus native fertiliser in spring if needed.
- Maintenance: Light pruning helps maintain density, avoid cutting into old wood.
- Flowering: Masses of small, bright star shaped white flowers in spring and summer.
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Prickly Tea Tree - Leptospermum continentale
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