New Zealand Tea Tree
Leptospermum scoparium 'Apple Blossom'
Common Name: New Zealand Tea Tree
Genus: Leptospermum
Species: scoparium
Cultivar: 'Apple Blossom'
The Greek translation of the word Leptospermum refers to the very thin seeds these plants produce.
Category: Shrubs and Sub-shrubs
Growth Rate: Average
Features: Has fragrant flowers/foliage
| Hardiness: Half-Hardy | Height: 3.00 m (300 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Full sun | Spread: 3.00 m (300 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen | Flower Colour: Pink |
| Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: July |
Soil Type: Sandy/Light or Chalky/Alkaline
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained
This evergreen shrub has dark green, needle like, fragrant leaves. The purple-pink tinged flowers are produced in Summer.
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