Leptospermum lanigerum - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Südseemyrte (Leptospermum lanigerum) is a popular plant for the balcony that produces countless white, pleasantly scented flowers throughout the season. The medium green leaves are broadly lanceolate. A sunny position and a well-drained substrate are preferred.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Leptospermum cunninghamii, Leptospermum pubescens.

Bulletpoints
* Continuous bloomer * fragrant flowers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Südseemyrte are medium green, broadly lanceolate, toothed.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Well-drained, loose substrate preferred. Commercially available container plant soil.

Planting time
Planting: After the last frosts.

Care
Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over flowers and leaves.

Flower
The white flowers appear from May to June. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Tub, winter garden