Position
Full Sun to Semi Shade. Strongest foliage colour and flowering in full sun.
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Tea Tree Starry Night - Leptospermum obovatum Starry Night
Striking dark foliage Tea Tree with masses of starry white flowers for bold screening and modern native gardens.
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Quick Facts
Size
Approx. 2-4m H × 1-2m W. Upright, dense habit ideal for mid to tall hedging.
Water
Medium. Moderate water needs, becoming low once established.
Uses
Screening, hedging, feature shrub, foliage contrast, coastal gardens, native gardens, containers, windbreaks.
Description
Starry Night is one of the most visually striking Leptospermum varieties, combining deep purple black foliage with masses of bright white star like flowers. This contrast makes it a superb statement shrub for modern landscapes, while its naturally dense, upright habit allows it to function as a highly effective screen. Hardy, adaptable and fast growing, it performs strongly in Melbourne’s climate and thrives in both coastal and inland gardens. Its fine weeping new growth softens paths, fences and borders, adding movement and year round structure.
Key Features:
Growing & Care Guide
- Soil: Adapts to most soils, from sandy to clay loam. Avoid prolonged waterlogging.
- Light: Best foliage colour and flowering achieved in full sun.
- Watering: Keep moist during establishment, becomes low maintenance once established.
- Fertiliser: Use a low phosphorus native fertiliser in spring if needed.
- Maintenance: Trim lightly after flowering to maintain density and encourage fresh dark foliage. Maintain mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
- Flowering: Masses of small, bright star shaped white flowers in spring and summer.
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Tea Tree Starry Night - Leptospermum obovatum Starry Night
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