Leptospermum rupestre

Alpine Tea Tree, Prostrate Tea Tree

Family: Myrtaceae Myrtle


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 10B
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Summer and Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Container, ground cover, rock garden
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 36" to 5' / 90cm to 1.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green, silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal