Australian Tea Tree | Hardy Coastal Evergreen Tree

Australian Tea Tree

5 Gallon

$56.90

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Australian Tea Tree

Leptospermum laevigatum

An ultra-tough, fast-growing evergreen for extreme coastal exposure, windbreaks, and erosion control.

$56.90

$56.90 $0.00

Size 5 Gallon 15 Gallon 24" Box 36" Box

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Australian Tea Tree is a fast-growing, extremely tough evergreen shrub or small tree, highly valued for its ability to thrive in the most challenging coastal and inland conditions. It develops a broad, spreading crown with gnarled, twisting branches and soft, weeping foliage of small, grey-green leaves. In spring, it is covered with a profusion of small, white flowers. Its exceptional tolerance for wind, salt spray, drought, and poor, sandy soils makes it an indispensable choice for stabilizing dunes, creating windbreaks, or as a low-maintenance specimen in difficult sites.

Extreme Environmental Tolerance: Exceptionally hardy, tolerating severe coastal exposure, salt spray, drought, wind, and poor, sandy or rocky soils.
Fast-Growing & Spreading: Grows rapidly into a large, broad-crowned shrub or small tree, reaching 10-30 feet tall and wide.
Erosion Control & Windbreak: Its extensive root system and dense growth make it superb for stabilizing slopes, dunes, and for use as a windbreak.
Low Maintenance & Drought Tolerant: Requires virtually no care or supplemental water once established.
Important Consideration: Can be aggressive and self-seed in ideal conditions. In some areas (like coastal California), it is considered invasive and may outcompete native vegetation. Check local regulations before planting.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Elliptical, smooth, green leaves.Flowers: Star-shaped, shallow cup-like, single-petaled white flowers with yellow-green centers; blooms profusely.Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright, densely branched form. Features twisted trunks, a broad canopy, and soft, gracefully weeping branches. Drought, salt, and poor soil tolerant; adapts well to sandy soils.
Mature Height: 10–30 ft
Mature Width: 10–30 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages: Profuse, showy white flowers.Highly tolerant of drought, salt, and poor soils.Adaptable and fast-growing for quick screening.Graceful, weeping branch structure
Landscape Uses:Windbreaks and shelterbelts..Coastal and seaside landscaping.Ornamental garden specimen.Erosion control on slopes

Q: Is it invasive in California?
A: Yes, it is listed as an invasive plant in California, particularly in coastal regions where it can form dense thickets and displace native plants like the Monterey cypress ecosystem. Its use is generally not recommended for natural areas or near wildlands. Consider native alternatives like Morella californica (Wax Myrtle) for similar functions.

Q: Can it be pruned to control its size?
A: Yes, it responds well to pruning and can be kept smaller as a dense hedge or shaped tree. However, its natural form is large and spreading. Prune in late spring after flowering.