Leptospermum obovatum 'Starry Night'

Leptospermum obovatum 'Starry Night' is a graceful, pendulous shrub belonging to the Myrtaceae family. It reaches approximately 2.5 meters in height and 1.8 meters in width, featuring soft, fine, dark purple foliage with purple-pink young stems. In spring, it produces an abundance of white flowers that attract butterflies, as well as small birds like wrens and thornbills, which forage among the blossoms.

This cultivar thrives in well-drained soils, including loamy, sandy loam, clay loam, and potting mix, and prefers sunny to light shade positions. It is suitable for various climate zones, such as sub-tropical, warm temperate, cool temperate, Mediterranean, and cool regions. 'Starry Night' is ideal as an eye-catching specimen in paved courtyards, informal screens against walls or fence lines, or as a medium-sized hedge. The dark foliage adds year-round interest and serves as a striking contrast in gardens and landscapes.

With its evergreen, dense, spreading, and weeping growth habit, Leptospermum obovatum 'Starry Night' is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that tolerates light frost. It is also drought-resistant and suitable for coastal gardens, courtyards, poolside areas, and container growing. Additionally, it serves as a bird nesting plant and is playground friendly, making it a versatile choice for various landscaping applications.