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Weeping Tea Tree - Leptospermum madidum
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Overview & Specifications
Weeping Tea Tree, Leptospermum madidum
Leptospermum madidum delivers sculptural presence and native character in a single specimen. Its long, pendulous branches and fine-textured foliage create a distinctly architectural silhouette that reads beautifully across both contemporary and naturalistic landscapes.
Why Weeping Tea Tree
Form: Striking weeping habit with cascading branches that provide year-round structural interest.
Native resilience: Indigenous to Australian coastal and riparian environments; highly adaptable once established.
Low maintenance: Requires minimal intervention after establishment, making it a practical choice for large-scale projects.
Seasonal display: Produces delicate white to pale pink flowers that add seasonal softness without compromising the tree's strong form.
Scale: Advanced specimens deliver immediate vertical and canopy presence from day one of installation.
Ideal Applications
Feature planting: Deployed as a standalone specimen to anchor a courtyard, entry, or open lawn.
Waterfront and riparian landscapes: Well-suited to properties near water, where its natural habitat affinity ensures strong performance.
Privacy screening: Dense cascading foliage provides soft, naturalistic screening along boundaries and sight lines.
Large residential and commercial projects: A refined native option for developers and architects seeking character trees with immediate impact.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (screening/hedge): 2–3m
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Autumn to spring, avoiding extreme summer heat
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained to moist soils; tolerates periodic waterlogging and sandy or loamy soils
Establishment Care: Water regularly during the first two growing seasons to establish a deep root system, then reduce to occasional deep watering. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Plant Details
Height: 4–8m
Width: 2–4m
Growth Rate: Fast
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Australia (Queensland and Northern Territory)
Flower Colour: White
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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