Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory'

Tea Tree

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Common Name:

Tea Tree

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

365 cm

Maximum width:

365 cm

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Description

Leptospermum scoparium, commonly called mānuka, manuka myrtle, New Zealand teatree, broom teatree, or just tea tree, is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family Myrtaceae, native to New Zealand and southeast Australia.

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Blooming

5-petaled flowers, borne singly or in clusters.

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Growth

Evergreen shrubs and trees. Grows best with full sun or partial shade. Use Tea trees for a shrub border where hardy. Marginally hardy species can be planted against a warm, sunny wall. Frost-tender species should be raised indoors in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Planting

Sow seeds in fall or spring at 55-61ºF (13-16ºC). Also propagate by rooting semi-ripe cuttings in summer using bottom heat.

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Pest

Rarely affected by pests and diseases.

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Interesting facts

There are around 80 known species in the genus Leptospermum. Most species are native to Australia, but some are found in S.E. Asia and New Zealand. The genera is called "Tea tree" because early Australian settlers used to soak the leaves to make herbal tea.The name Leptospermum is derived from Greek lepto- meaning 'thin' and -spermum meaning 'seed'.

Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Crimson Glory') - Soil and irrigation

Does best with moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Soil-based potting mix works fine for indoor plants. Water freely while in growth; sparingly in winter.