Leptospermum ‘Lipstick’ (Tea Tree)
Leptospermum ‘Lipstick’ is a vibrant and eye-catching tea tree variety named for its brilliant lipstick-red flower edges that frame each soft pink bloom. Compact, colourful, and wonderfully hardy, it’s a standout shrub for adding bold spring colour to any garden.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Leptospermum ‘Lipstick’
✔ Striking two-tone flowers - Pink blooms with vivid red margins create a dramatic, standout effect.
✔ Compact, bushy form - Ideal for small gardens, borders, and feature planting.
✔ Pollinator friendly - Bees and beneficial insects flock to its nectar-rich blossoms.
✔ Hardy and adaptable - Thrives in a wide range of soils and climates.
✔ Low-maintenance native - Requires very little attention once established.
🏡 How to Use Leptospermum ‘Lipstick’ in Your Garden
✅ Feature shrub - Its intensely coloured blooms make it perfect as a focal point.
✅ Borders and garden edges - Adds structure and vibrant seasonal colour.
✅ Low hedging - Can form a tidy, colourful hedge with light pruning.
✅ Native and coastal gardens - Handles wind, salt, and sandy soils extremely well.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 80cm to 1 metre apart for low hedging, or give more space when used as an individual feature.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Leptospermum ‘Lipstick’
How tall does ‘Lipstick’ grow?
It generally reaches around 1 to 1.5 metres tall with a similar spread.
When does it flower?
It blooms heavily in spring, producing a striking display of two-toned flowers.
Is it drought tolerant?
Yes, once established it performs very well in dry conditions.
Can it grow near the coast?
Absolutely, it's well suited to windy, sandy, and coastal environments.
Does it need pruning?
Light pruning after flowering helps maintain compact growth and encourages more blooms.
🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Limited stock available, order your Leptospermum ‘Lipstick’ today and enjoy its bold, vibrant spring display!