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Tea Tree
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Upright bushy form with attractive light-colored, corky bark. Leathery green leaves and bright red single flowers. Use as a specimen, in borders, or as a screen. Very drought tolerant once established.
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Plant Details
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Common name
Tea Tree
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Botanical name
Leptospermum scoparium
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Variety
Red Ensign
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Zone
USDA Zone 10 (30°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).
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Light
Part sun
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Height
8-10' (2.5-3 m)
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Habit
Arching
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Feed
Once a month
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Water
1-2 times per week
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Bloom Color
Red
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Bloom Time
Spring-summer
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Maintenance
Protect from winter winds
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Irene B.'s collection