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New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka

Leptospermum Scoparium

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Overview

The New Zealand Tea Tree, or Manuka (Leptospermum scoparium), is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 16 feet tall. It boasts dense, needle-like leaves and spring blossoms in white or pink. Manuka thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, proving hardy to 20°F. Ideal for hedges or as a specimen, this tea tree requires minimal water once established and adds a distinct, durable presence to landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 9–10Type Shrub
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — ensuring enough space for mature growth and ample light for a vibrant show of flowers every year

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Myrtaceae

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New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — which often draws pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Adaptable to a range of soil types
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — needle-like foliage and a profusion of delicate blossoms that can enhance any garden, image 101
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — known scientifically as Leptospermum scoparium and colloquially as Manuka
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — The plant's blossoms appear in late spring and early summer, image 58
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — though it can tolerate partial shade; the Tea Tree is drought-tolerant
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — showcasing a palette of white; manuka serves a notable role in apiculture, image 105
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — though regular watering during dry spells promotes optimal health and flowering; indigenous to New
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — Ideal for hedges or as a specimen; it boasts dense, needle-like leaves and spring blossoms, image 73
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — Manuka serves a notable role in apiculture; manuka does prefer well-draining ground and, image 88
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 16 feet tall; ideal for hedges or as a specimen, image 47
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — It boasts dense, needle-like leaves and spring blossoms in white or pink; enabling it to serve as a
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — <br><br>Manuka typically ranges in height from 6.5 to 16 feet with a spread of 4 to 10, image 56
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — which often draws pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Adaptable to a range of soil types, image 60
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — Manuka does prefer well-draining ground and thrives in full sunlight; <br><br>Manuka, image 84
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — Manuka serves a notable role in apiculture; manuka does prefer well-draining ground and, image 65
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — needle-like foliage and a profusion of delicate blossoms that can enhance any garden aesthetic; which
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — consider its eventual size and seasonal requirements; durable presence to landscapes, image 90
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — showcasing a palette of white
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — consider its eventual size and seasonal requirements; durable presence to landscapes, image 67
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — is an evergreen shrub reaching up to 16 feet tall
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — enabling it to serve as a stunning focal point or an elegant privacy screen; this tea tree requires
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — needle-like foliage and a profusion of delicate blossoms that can enhance any garden aesthetic
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — which often draws pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Adaptable to a range of soil types, image 83
New Zealand Tea Tree, Manuka (Leptospermum Scoparium) — <br><br>Manuka typically ranges in height from 6.5 to 16 feet with a spread of 4 to 10, image 79
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