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White Wave Tea Tree 200MM

Leptospermum laevigatum 'White Wave'

I am White Wave Tea Tree. My family originated from Australia.

Habit Shrub - Hardy and Low Maintenance
Plant family Myrtaceae
I am a low growing form of Coastal Tea tree with a flowing cascading habit, a sea of white when I flower in spring. I am a tough native plant with grey-green foliage and bronze coloured new growth. I am a great new alternative as a hedge or informal screen plant for difficult conditions, such as coastal areas and exposed locations. I thrive in conditions that would kill many alternative hedge plant options. I am a great native alternative to English and Euonymus box hedges. I am drought tolerant but should be watered in well during the first couple of months after planting. My cascading means I work well over retaining walls, planted in containers for small spaces such as patios and courtyards.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My masses of white flowers in spring and cascading habit give me the appearance of a foamy white wave
I am frost and drought resistant and suitable to cool temperate to sub-tropical climates
I attract bees, butterflies, hoverflies and other beneficial native insects to the garden
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to light shade
Height: 0.5m Width: 1.2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.4m Width: 0.5m)(Size at point of sale approx. 50cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need low water once established
I am hardy and suitable for coastal planting. I am happy in most soils but prefer soils that are well drained
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant White flowers Green foliage Flowers Sep-Nov
Council planting lists On 4 council lists

The species Leptospermum laevigatum is on these council lists. Councils usually mean plants grown from local seed, so check whether a selected form like this one suits your project.

  • Bayside City Council

    Local native plant guide: Indigenous small to medium trees Source

  • Frankston City Council

    Local native planting list: EVC 160 Coastal Dune Scrub, EVC 161 Coastal Headland Scrub, EVC 2 Coastal Banksia Woodland Source

  • City of Kingston

    Local native plant guide: Common indigenous plants in Kingston (Soil: coastal) Source

  • Mornington Peninsula Shire

    Local native planting list: EVC 161 Coastal Headland Scrub, EVC 2 Coast Banksia Woodland, EVC 858 Coastal Alkaline Scrub, EVC A309 Calcareous Swale Grassland Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
  • In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success

Plant me in tubs and other containers or in rockeries and on retaining walls to appreciate my flowing form

Suggested spacing: 0.8m apart.

Plant 50cm metre apart when planting as a hedge

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Ask your retailer for White Wave Tea Tree by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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White Wave Tea Tree

Leptospermum laevigatum 'White Wave'

Natures Nectar® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 200mm

Product code: LEPWHW20S

Barcode: 9319711057359

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.