Leptospermum scoparium growing shrub or tree of the genus Leptospermum also known as Manuka plant, Leptospermum scoparium perennial evergreen plant also used as ornamental plant and attract Manuka beetle, can grow in temperate, mediterranean or subtropical climate and growing in hardiness zone 8-11.
Leaves color green in linear shape.
Leptospermum scoparium flower
Flower color pink or white in bowl shape with five to full petals.
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How to grow Leptospermum scoparium growing and care:
Acid soil, well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No, unless
Difficulties or problems when growing:
?
Planting season:
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests and diseases:
Pyronota festiva
Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter
How to prune:
Just for design
Size of the plant:
2-4m, 80-160 inches, 6-12 feet (as shrub), 5-10m, 15-30 feet (as tree)
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full sun
Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season?
Spring / Summer
General information about the flower:
Pink or white in bowl shape with five petals
Scientific name:
Leptospermum scoparium