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LEPTOSPERMUM rotundifolia
Commonly known as Australian tea tree
(Jervis Bay form) - single pink, sometimes white relatively large flowers. Glossy grey-green leaves
Further Reading....
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pink sometimes white -
White -
Height1-2m (3-6½ft) -
Spread1-2m (3-6½ft)
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)Under glass use loam-based compost (JI No.3) in full or bright filtered light -
Will grow outside in milder locationsThis could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.
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Against a wallSouth- or west-facing
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Full sunProtect from cold, dry winds -
Partial shade
LEPTOSPERMUM rotundifolia
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originAustralia (New South Wales, Jervis Bay area)Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New Zealand
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Orbicular
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
RHS group 8 -
Scented PlantsScented foliage
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Seasonal InterestSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Ericaceous Liquid Seaweed Fertiliser
Specially developed organic concentrated seaweed feed for ericaceous plants that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants,
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™ Ericoid.
Only £7.50
Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
Only £20.00
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