Round-Leaved Tea Tree

Leptospermum Rotundifolium

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Overview

The Round-Leaved Tea Tree, Leptospermum rotundifolium, is a dense, evergreen shrub reaching heights of around 5 feet with a similar spread. Its unique, almost circular leaves frame delicate white to pink flowers, blooming mainly in spring. Preferring full sun to part shade, it thrives in well-drained soil. This low-maintenance plant adds textural contrast and is excellent for hedges or ornamental features in temperate zones.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 9–11

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of around 5 feet with a similar spread

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — Its unique, almost circular leaves frame delicate white to pink flowers, blooming mainly in spring

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — Preferring full sun to part shade, it thrives in well-drained soil

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — is a charming and compact evergreen shrub that brings a touch of wild beauty to any landscape

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — rounded leaves about 0.2 to 0.6 inches in diameter that boast a vibrant green hue

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — During spring and early summer

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — usually in shades of white or pink

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Myrtaceae

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Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of around 5 feet with a similar spread

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — Its unique, almost circular leaves frame delicate white to pink flowers, blooming mainly in spring

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — Preferring full sun to part shade, it thrives in well-drained soil

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — is a charming and compact evergreen shrub that brings a touch of wild beauty to any landscape

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — rounded leaves about 0.2 to 0.6 inches in diameter that boast a vibrant green hue

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — During spring and early summer

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — usually in shades of white or pink

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — which measure nearly 0.5 inches across

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — The blossoms are rich in nectar

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — thereby supporting the local ecosystem.<br><br>Preferring well-draining soils

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — It is fairly low-maintenance

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — this plant exhibits good resistance to pests and diseases

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — only needing occasional pruning to shape and maintain its dense

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — making it not only a picturesque addition but also a resilient one for your client's garden

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — white flowers in the garden

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — shrub for full

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — shrub with white blooms

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — evergreen shrub reaching heights of around 5 feet with a similar spread; is a charming and compact

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — Preferring full sun to part shade, it thrives in well-drained soil; shrub for full

Round-Leaved Tea Tree (Leptospermum Rotundifolium) — Its unique, almost circular leaves frame delicate white to pink flowers, blooming mainly in, image 20

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