Prickly Tea-Tree

Shrub under 3m Tall

Description: Attractive upright or spreading shrub, rough bark and narrow leaves, small white flowers in Spring or early Summer.
Seeds become woody & remain on plants for years.

Great small dense garden shrub. Suitable near coast.

Aspect: Sun / Filtered Sun

Soil/Conditions: Adaptable / Moist

Natural Habitat: Eucalyptus forest

Special Features:

• Attracts Birds
• Hardy
• Can be hedged
• Tolerates poorly drained soils
• Frost Hardy
• Attracts bees (Wheen Bee Foundation)

Garden Styles:

• Cottage Garden
• Gardening for Biodiversity
• Coastal Native
• Birds and Butterflies