New Zealand Tea Tree. A compact shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves and pretty double red flowers. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Leptospermum scoparium ‘Red Damask’
A compact shrub with arching stems of dark green leaves and pretty double red flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Leptospermum |
|---|---|
| Species | scoparium |
| Varietry | 'Red Damask' |
| Common Name | New Zealand Tea Tree |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Warm wall, Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
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