Leptospermum
nova-angliae: is known as the New England Tea Tree and is a medium to
tall, spreading shrub. The bark is flaky and the small leaves are elliptical
in shape. In late spring white flowers cover the branches. The flowers are
about one centimetre in diameter. As with most Tea Trees, the flowers are
followed be persistent woody capsules. Both the botanical and common names
indicate that this species is found mainly on the Northern Tablelands of New
South Wales and extends into southern Queensland. New England National Park is
one of the strongholds of this Tea Tree. It is often the dominant understorey
shrub in sclerophyll forests in the Park. Leptospermum nova-angliae has
proved to be tolerant of drought and frost. A minor shortcoming is that the
flowering period may be short during dry periods. Leptospermum nova-angliae
is ideal for inclusion in native hedgerows and shrubberies.
The species propagates readily from seeds and cuttings.