Backhousia citridora - Lemon Myrtle

A native Australian tree grown for its beautiful highly aromatic lemon scented leaves that is released when leaves are crushed.  It produces fluffy creamy/ white flowers with new growth producing attractive red leaves.

Growth size: 5m h x 3m w

Positioning: Full sun to part shade.

Temperament: Doesn't handle frost well.

Perfect for: Tree, screening, using for food, soaps or cream production.

Height Approximates in Pots for this Variety:

200mm - 60-80cm tall

300mm - 1m tall

400mm - 1.2-1.4m tall

75L - 1.6-1.8m tall

100L - 2m+tall