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Leptospermum scoparium 'Red Damask'

Red Damask N.Z. Tea Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

Leptospermum sco. is an evergreen shrub or tree. .5" wide, red, double flowers are showy. Branches densely set with needle-like green leaves.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation, With Rocks

Special Uses

Erosion Control

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.