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19 November 2008

New Zealand Tea Tree

Leptospermum scoparium 'Apple Blossom'

Genus: Leptospermum
Species: scoparium
Cultivar: 'Apple Blossom'

The Greek translation of the word Leptospermum refers to the very thin seeds these plants produce.

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Category: Shrubs

Height: 3.00 m (300 cm)
Spread: 3.00 m (300 cm)

Form: Shrub
Hardiness: Hardy to -5oC
Sun/Shade: Full sun or part-shade
Soil Type: Reasonably nutritious soil, well drained.
Drought Tolerance: Drought tolerant (when established)

This evergreen shrub has dark green, needle like, fragrant leaves. The purple-pink tinged flowers are produced in Summer.

 


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