Leptospermum continentale
(Prickly Tea Tree)
| Planting Group or Form | Medium Shrub |
|---|---|
| Height | 1 - 4m |
| Width | 1 - 2m |
| Aspect | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Well drained to moist soils |
| Flower | White Oct - Mar |
| Attracts | Bees, birds and butterflies |
Narrow upright shrub with small stiff prickly foliage and masses of flowers along stems, followed by woody capsules.
Excellent habitat plant, or as a hedge or screen for directing pedestrian traffic. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.