New Zealand Manuka Tea Tree Live Plant (Leptospermum scoparium) 5–7" Starter Plant

About This Plant

New Zealand Manuka Tea Tree, Leptospermum scoparium, is an aromatic evergreen shrub valued for its delicate foliage and attractive pink flowers. This starter plant is young, suitable for garden or container growing, and will develop into a flowering shrub with proper care.

What You Will Receive

1 live New Zealand Manuka Tea Tree plant, approximately 5–7 inches tall. Young starter plant suitable for establishing in sun-filled gardens or containers.

Growing Information

Common Name: New Zealand Manuka Tea Tree
Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Young live starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to loam and other suitable soil types
Watering: Moderate; allow excess water to drain
Mature Height: Approximately 6–10 feet depending on variety and growing conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: Approximately 8–10
Container Friendly: Yes, especially while young

Care Tips

Provide full sun and well-draining soil. Water moderately while establishing and avoid keeping roots constantly wet. Protect young plants from extreme cold and ensure good air circulation for healthy growth.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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