Leptospermum petersonii
Lemon-Scented Tea Tree
Description
This arching small tree grows 9-20 feet tall and 6-15' feet tall and has green, needle-like leaves with white, pink, or red flowers that bloom in spring and summer.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
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Accenting Features
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Seasonal Interest
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Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
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Attracts Wildlife
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Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.