Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'
Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'
Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'
Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'
Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'
Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'

Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen'

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(Woolly Tea Tree) Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen' is a handsome , medium sized, evergreen shrub with dainty silver leaves and white summer flowers.

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An intriguing evergreen plant with dainty silver leaves, Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen' is a relative of the Myrtle and is native to Australia. It has attractive, pale silver-grey leaves and reddish stems, complimented by a profusion of pretty white flowers in mid summer.

The year round, silvery foliage makes this an excellent shrub for planting as background colour in a border!


  • Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
  • Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
  • Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Leptospermum lanigerum 'Silver Sheen' requires a position sheltered from cold winter winds and is not suitable for cold, exposed areas.
  • Flowering Period: June - July.
  • Flower Colour: White
  • Rate of Growth: Moderate.
  • Habit: Medium sized, densely branching shrub.
    • Height: up to 3 m (10 ft).
    • Spread: 3 m (10 ft).
How Much Sun
Full Sun
Eventual Size
Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions
Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features
Evergreen, Foliage - Blue/Silver, Flowers in Summer, Honey Fungus Resistant

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