Leptospermum
When Captain Cook’s crew and the early settlers were suffering from scurvy as well as withdrawal from their regular English tea, they would use the leaves of a variety of the Leptospermum to make a brew.
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The flowers range in colour from white through pink and red shades, and there are singles and doubles that bloom prolifically. They are used in many different ways in landscaping; groups of trees provide graceful hedging, single specimens provide a splash of colour, they can be pruned to shapes such as standards, and they make an excellent addition to the vase. The nectar from the flowers is harvested by bees and makes a yummy and highly beneficial honey.
The requirements for cultivation of the species are that they are best suited to well-drained soil in full sun, but some will tolerate wet and shady conditions. In order to retain their bushy habit, light pruning from a young age and each year after flowering is recommended. Most species are hardy to drought.
Leptospermum scoparium, commonly known as Manuka is a bushy shrub seldom more than 3.5 – 4m high, but Leptospermum ericoides, known as Kanuka grows into a small tree up to 12m or more. Both species are, however, extremely variable. They flower in profusion and Manuka has showy, white flowers about 10cm across but Kanuka has much smaller flowers. The fruits are woody capsules containing numerous small, linear seeds. Manuka sheds its bark in long papery strips and the wood is the best known firewood in New Zealand so you can always put your prunings into the fire which will keep you warm and hapy and gay on those cold winter nights!
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17 LISTINGS
aka Manuka or Tea Tree
Native. One of the best varieties for pot growing. Large, soft double pink flowering manuka. The bushy growth makes it perfect for a spectacular hedge, or just as at home as a specimen in the garden. Prune lightly after flowers for best shape.
Habit: Bushy
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 2m
Leptospermum Blossom
Current Stock Height: 10/20 cm ?
Container: 4l ?
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aka Manuka or Tea tree
'Blushing Star' has been selected as a variety which is particularly good at producing an abundance of flowers which smother the tops of the arching branches during the spring months. The flowers are a soft blush pink with a deep maroon centre. A hardy New Zealand native shrub which will grow in most garden situations.
Habit: Bushy
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 2m
Leptospermum Blushing Star
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aka Manuka or Tea Tree
Native. Manuka AKA Tea Tree. Exquisite double flowers that start appearing in late winter and continue through to the spring. The flowers are in tones of burgundy-red and are complemented by the dainty deep bronze aromatic foliage. Happy in the sun. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2m x 1.5m
Leptospermum Burgundy Queen
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aka Tea Tree or Manuka
Native. A compact bushy evergreen shrub with narrow pointed leaves of reddish bronze. In spring double crimson red flowers appear en masse. Plant in a sunny spot in well drained soil. Quite tolerant and reasonably hardy to light frost. Evergreen.
Habit: Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 100cm x 100cm
Leptospermum Crimson Glory
Current Stock Height: 15 cm
Container: 4l ?
$21.99
aka Manuka or Tea Tree
Native. An attractive evergreen shrub that will brighten up the garden in the dull winter months. The foliage is a deep burgundy bronze tone and the flowers which start appearing in winter are a vivid intense shade of red. Flowers right through to spring. Hardy and easy to grow in a sunny spot. Evergreen. PVR.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2.5m x 1m
Leptospermum Electric Red
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aka Tea tree
Outstanding shrub for all seasons, magnificent when in full bloom. Rich pink to red flowers are single in form and appear abundantly from late winter through spring. A fine choice for individual or mass planting. Try also in containers for patio decor. Evergreen
Habit: Bushy
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2m x 1.5m
Leptoseprmum Martinii
Current Stock Height: 15/20 cm ?
Container: 4l ?
$21.99
Mesmer Eyes is a low spreading shrub that makes a great screen plant and is a spectacular sight in spring when in flower. Upright habit with small mid-green leaves and stunning large white flowers that age to pink. Perfect for pot culture or as a feature plant in the garden. Likes a sunny spot in moist soil. Evergreen. PVR App
Habit: Low spreading
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1.5m
Leptospermum Mesmereyes
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aka Manuka or Tea Tree
Native. A little compact evergreens shrub with single pale pink flowers from autumn through to winter. The foliage is small and pointed and coloured a bronze green tone. Easy to grow in a sunny spot.
Habit: Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 30cm x 45cm
Leptospermum Nanum Kea
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aka Manuka or Tea Tree
Native. Delightful dwarf 'Manuka' which has a profusion of single light red flowers from late spring through to summer. Foliage is tiny, pointed and a bronze green tone. Easy to grow in just about any soil but likes a sunny spot. Evergreen.
Habit: Compact
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 30cm x 45cm
Leptospermum Nanum Kiwi
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aka Tea Tree
Native. AKA Tea Tree. This dwarf form of Tea Tree has single white, pink-flushed flowers with a dark eye that appear during spring. Upright growth habit and very free flowering, tolerating most soil types and conditions. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 45cm x 45cm
Leptospermum Nanum Tui
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