Leptospermum polygalifolium ‘Vertical Drop’ – Tea Tree

Leptospermum 'Vertical Drop'
Leptospermum 'Vertical Drop'

The unusual cascading prostrate growth habit and a profusion of small white flowers are the key features of this tea tree. It is ideal for use on banks as a groundcover, or for cascading over retaining walls and it is also perfect for a large container where it can spill over the edge. There is no need to prune it unless it is looking a bit scrappy over time. Great for coastal gardens, a good waterwise plant.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name: Vertical Drop

Plant Type : Small shrub, Ground cover

Width : 1

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Weeping

Soil Moisture : Well-drained

Special Uses : Bonsai, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Pollution tolerant, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Leptospermum polygalifolium ssp. cismontanum

Common Name : Tea Tree

Height : 0.4

Flower Color : White

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Flower garden, Coastal garden

Light : Sunny

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects