New Zealand Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Apple Blossom') | Shrubs and Sub-shrubs | Plants

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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