Backhousia ‘Lemon Scented Myrtle’

Backhousia citriodora 

Lemon Scented Myrtle is a very beautiful tree, especially when covered in blooms during Summer. The leaves and fruit give off a pleasant aroma of lemon-scented when crushed. It has a huge variety of uses – the crushed leaves repell mosquitoes, and can be used to brew a relaxing tea.

Lemon Scented Myrtle prefers well-drained soil and lots of water. This densely foliaged rainforest tree is perfect for a screening or specimen plant.