• Close-up view of a Leptospermum Cardwell, also known as Australian Tea Tree, thriving in a sustainable nursery environment in Queensland.
  • Eco-friendly garden nursery in South East Queensland showcasing rows of young Leptospermum Cardwell plants in black pots on a sunny day.
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Cardwell Tea Tree (Leptospermum flavescens 'Cardwell')

Cardwell Tea Tree (Leptospermum flavescens 'Cardwell')

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Why we love this plant!

A fast-growing native shrub well-suited to South East Queensland’s conditions, Cardwell Tea Tree produces masses of small white flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Its dense, fine foliage makes it an excellent option for hedging, screening, or windbreaks, particularly in exposed or coastal locations. Adapted to dry conditions, it is highly drought-tolerant and thrives in sandy, well-drained soils. Its strong root system also helps stabilise slopes, making it valuable for erosion control in bushland restoration and revegetation projects.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Requires low to moderate watering and becomes drought tolerant once established.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying organic mulch may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • Fertilisation is rarely needed, but a light feed with a native plant fertiliser may promote healthier growth.

Pruning preferences:

  • Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage more blooms.

Good to Know:

  • Adaptable to coastal and dry conditions, making it well-suited for South East Queensland.
  • Flowers attract native bees and butterflies, contributing to pollination networks.

Plant Details
Common uses: Privacy screening, Pollinator-friendly, Seasonal colour, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Robust/Hardy, Coastal garden, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), Erosion control, and Wind protection
Expected Height Range: 2 m - 5 m
Spread Range: 1 m - 2 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Summer and Spring
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to tropical regions of Queensland, particularly around the Cardwell area. It grows in well-drained soils in coastal regions, open forests, and along waterways.
Leaf information: Narrow, aromatic green leaves with a slightly rough texture.
Preferred Soil: Prefers slightly dry to moist conditions with well-drained soils, but tolerates a range of moisture levels.
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