Shrubs Leptospermum Scoparium Ballerina Hedging Plants

Leptospermum scoparium Ballerina also goes by the name of  Tea-Tree, she is a compact native shrub which makes a great hedging plant in most gardens around Australia. With small coppery green leaves, this shrub gets covered in pink and white flowers in winter and Spring making it a great addition to any garden to attract birds and bees.

Ballerina is a hardy little shrub which is low maintenance and can handle salt, wind, drought and light frosts. 

Leptospermum got their common name of Tea Tree as their leaves were often used as a tea substitute for early European settlers. 

Quick Facts: 

• What to use me for: Great native hedge 

• I grow to: 1-2m high, 1-2m wide 

• Where to place me: Full sun to part shade

• Watering conditions: I am drought tolerant  

• Soil Conditions: I can handle most soil types 

• My features: I am salt, wind, drought and light frost tolerant 

Unfortunately, due to biosecurity restrictions we are unable to send this plant to South Australia. 

Our plants are beautifully grown, mature tube stock with well-developed roots. They are guaranteed sun-hardened, can be planted directly into the ground and are excellent performers for your garden.

We carefully package your plants into a customised box to ensure safe transport, healthy plants and delivery to your door