Leptospermum rotundifolium Lavender Queen
A$8.50
Leptospermum rotundifolium 'Lavender Queen' is a small, evergreen shrub with mauve flowers and aromatic leaves. It's a low-maintenance plant that's tolerant of frost, drought, and salt.
Appearance
Small, evergreen shrub with rounded green leaves
Arching branches with red stems
Lilac and pink flowers in spring
Uses
Informal hedging, Coastal planting, Screening and windbreaks, Cut flowers, Bonsai, Erosion control, and Honey production.
Growing conditions
Full sun to part shade
Most soil types, including clay soils
Well-drained soil with a pH level of acidic, neutral, or alkaline
Can tolerate heavy frost, drought, and full sun
Maintenance
Trim lightly after it finishes flowering
The brighter the light the more stunning the colors of the foliage will be
Wildlife
Attracts bees, nectar eating birds, butterflies, and other insects
Lures in native birds and bees
Other notes
A form of Leptospermum rotundifolium and has been in cultivation for a long time
The cultivar is named for the color of its flowers
14cm pot
