A native Tea Tree that demands attention
Leptospermum obovatum Starry Night is a stunning Australian native shrub featuring deep burgundy-purple foliage and masses of star-like white flowers. Compact, hardy and easy to maintain, it provides outstanding year-round colour and contrast, making it ideal for feature planting, hedging, screening and modern native landscapes.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Evergreen native shrub |
| Height | 2–3m |
| Width | 1.5–2.5m |
| Position | Full sun |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Flowering Season | Spring to early summer |
| Foliage | Deep burgundy-purple |
| Soil | Well-drained soils |
| Water Needs | Low once established |
| Uses | Screening, hedging, feature planting, native gardens |
Year-round colour with minimal maintenance
Create dramatic contrast in the garden with Leptospermum Starry Night. Its rich dark foliage provides a striking backdrop year-round before becoming covered in masses of bright white flowers that appear to sparkle across the plant. Hardy, drought tolerant and naturally dense, it works beautifully as a feature shrub, informal hedge or privacy screen. Whether planted individually or in groups, Starry Night brings colour, texture and strong visual impact to modern Australian gardens.
Why You’ll Love It
| Why You’ll Love It | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Rich Burgundy Foliage | Delivers year-round colour and contrast |
| Masses of White Flowers | Creates a spectacular seasonal display |
| Naturally Dense Growth | Ideal for hedging and screening |
| Australian Native Tea Tree | Well adapted to local conditions |
| Drought Tolerant | Handles dry periods once established |
| Low Maintenance | Easy to grow and care for |
| Excellent Feature Plant | Creates a strong focal point in the landscape |
| Wildlife Friendly | Flowers attract pollinators to the garden |
