Leptospermum turbinatum | Plant Guide

I last featured Leptospermum lanigerum. In this article I will be featuring the Leptospermum turbinatum.

Leptospermum turbinatum Features

Even though it is relatively uncommon, Leptospermum turbinatum is a good choice for temperate area’s, especially in Victoria.

Growing Leptospermum turbinatum 

This species prefers positions with full sun but will tolerate partial shade. Due to the area it is endemic to, the turbinatum is actually quite frost tolerant which makes it also good for cooler climates.

Leptospermum turbinatum will also handle a healthy prune after the flowering season, which is spring. However it may be best to light prune it in summer and then prune in more vigorously in early Autumn if you live in an area that experiences hot summers.

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A very similar species is the Leptospermum nitidum, which is endemic to Tasmania. In fact, for many years the turbinatum was thought to be one and the same as the nitidum until it was recently discovered to be a slightly different species.

They both grow in similar environments and so could both be chosen equally. For more Leptospermum species, make sure to check out Leptospermum spectabile. As such, I’d suggest you go with the species which is endemic to your area, or whichever comes from the closest place to you.