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Leptospermum petersonii

Lemon Scented Tea Tree

Prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage dense growth; also remove dead wood.

The Lemon Scented Tea Tree (Leptospermum petersonii) is a fast-growing Australian native shrub/small tree known for its strong, fresh lemon fragrance from its leaves and stems, used in teas, oils, and cooking, with small white summer flowers attracting pollinators, making it great for hedges, screens, and drought-tolerant gardens, valued for its beauty, scent, and versatility.

Maintenance

Prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage dense growth; also remove dead wood.

Height and spread

Upto 5m x 3m

Some photographs by Martina Gemmola

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