Wild May Leptospermum polygalifolium
APPEARANCE : Leptospermum polygalifolium, commonly known as tantoon, jellybush or yellow tea tree, is a species of shrub or tree of the family Myrtaceae that is endemic to eastern Australia, including Lord Howe Island. Rounded shrub with light green leaves & pendulous branches Profuse white flowers in spring and summer are lovely in floral arrangements and attract birds, bees & other beneficial insects. Makes a good rockery or screen. Can be pruned Frost hardy.
Plant information
HEIGHT & WIDTH : H up to 4 m x W 1-3 m
Native to: Australia
Foliage type: Evergreen
Flowers: Flowers are usually white but may be greenish, off-white to pale pink late spring to early summer
Light: Full sun to part shade
Water: Low to moderate water requirements, drought-tolerant once established