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Lemon Scented Tea Tree

Leptospermum petersonii
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Leptospermum petersonii

Leptospermum petersonii, commonly known as the Lemon-Scented Tea Tree, is a fragrant, fast-growing Australian native cherished for its citrus-scented foliage and delicate white flowers. It’s hardy, versatile, and perfect for hedging, screening, and adding aroma to the garden.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Leptospermum petersonii

✔ Beautiful lemon-scented foliage - Releases a fresh citrus fragrance when brushed or crushed.
✔ Fast-growing shrub or small tree - Excellent for quick screening or adding height.
✔ Soft white flowers - Blooms attract bees and beneficial insects.
✔ Hardy & adaptable - Tolerates wind, poor soils, and coastal conditions.
✔ Low-maintenance native - Ideal for both beginner gardeners and large-scale landscapes.

🏡 How to Use Leptospermum petersonii in Your Garden

✅ Screening and hedging - A top choice for creating fast, aromatic privacy screens.
✅ Feature tree - Its graceful, weeping habit makes it attractive as a standalone specimen.
✅ Wildlife gardens - Provides nectar for insects and shelter for small birds.
✅ Aromatic planting zones - Perfect near paths, windows, seating areas, or sensory gardens.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

  • Spacing: Plant 1.5 to 2 metres apart for hedging or screening. For a denser hedge sooner, consider planting additional shrubs for closer spacing.

  • Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best seasons are autumn and spring.

  • Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.

❔ FAQs About Leptospermum petersonii

How tall does it grow?
Typically 4 to 6 metres, though it can be kept smaller with pruning.

Does it tolerate pruning?
Yes, it responds extremely well to pruning and can be shaped into formal or informal hedges.

Can it grow in pots?
It can, especially when young, but performs best planted in the ground for long-term growth.

Does it like full sun?
Yes, it thrives in full sun to light shade, with denser growth in sunny locations.

Is it drought tolerant?
Once established, it handles dry periods well and suits a wide range of conditions.

🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?

Don’t wait, secure your Lemon-Scented Tea Tree today and enjoy its fresh fragrance and graceful form!

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Lemon Scented Tea Tree - Leptospermum petersonii

From $9.95 $11.95

Leptospermum petersonii

Leptospermum petersonii, commonly known as the Lemon-Scented Tea Tree, is a fragrant, fast-growing Australian native cherished for its citrus-scented foliage and delicate white flowers. It’s hardy, versatile, and perfect for hedging, screening, and adding aroma to the garden.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Leptospermum petersonii

✔ Beautiful lemon-scented foliage - Releases a fresh citrus fragrance when brushed or crushed.
✔ Fast-growing shrub or small tree - Excellent for quick screening or adding height.
✔ Soft white flowers - Blooms attract bees and beneficial insects.
✔ Hardy & adaptable - Tolerates wind, poor soils, and coastal conditions.
✔ Low-maintenance native - Ideal for both beginner gardeners and large-scale landscapes.

🏡 How to Use Leptospermum petersonii in Your Garden

✅ Screening and hedging - A top choice for creating fast, aromatic privacy screens.
✅ Feature tree - Its graceful, weeping habit makes it attractive as a standalone specimen.
✅ Wildlife gardens - Provides nectar for insects and shelter for small birds.
✅ Aromatic planting zones - Perfect near paths, windows, seating areas, or sensory gardens.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

❔ FAQs About Leptospermum petersonii

How tall does it grow?
Typically 4 to 6 metres, though it can be kept smaller with pruning.

Does it tolerate pruning?
Yes, it responds extremely well to pruning and can be shaped into formal or informal hedges.

Can it grow in pots?
It can, especially when young, but performs best planted in the ground for long-term growth.

Does it like full sun?
Yes, it thrives in full sun to light shade, with denser growth in sunny locations.

Is it drought tolerant?
Once established, it handles dry periods well and suits a wide range of conditions.

🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?

Don’t wait, secure your Lemon-Scented Tea Tree today and enjoy its fresh fragrance and graceful form!

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