Leptospermum Scoparium "Pink Tea Tree" 10Liter

Leptospermum scoparium ‘Pink’

Botanical Name

Leptospermum scoparium ‘Pink’

Common Names

• Pink Tea Tree
• New Zealand Tea Tree
• Leptospermum

Product Description

Leptospermum scoparium ‘Pink’ is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its delicate pink flowers that cover the plant in spring and early summer. This hardy shrub is perfect for coastal gardens, mixed borders, hedging, and containers, and it attracts bees and other pollinators. Its dense, bushy habit and bright blooms make it an excellent feature plant or low-maintenance landscape addition for South African gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 1–1.5 m
• Spread: ± 1–1.2 m
• Growth habit: Bushy, rounded shrub

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade
  • Flowers best in full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
  • Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Watering: Low to moderate
  • Drought-tolerant once established
• Climate:
  • Hardy in coastal and temperate regions
  • Tolerates light frost
• Maintenance: Low
  • Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
  • Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring or autumn
• Active Growing Season: Spring and summer
• Flowering Season: Late spring to early summer
• Dormant Season: Winter
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Excellent for pollinator-friendly gardens
  • Ideal for hedging, mixed borders, or container planting