Leptospermum Scoparium "White Tea Tree" 10Liter

Leptospermum scoparium White – ‘Tea Tree’

Botanical Name

Leptospermum scoparium ‘White’

Common Names

• White Tea Tree
• New Zealand Tea Tree
• Leptospermum

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Product Description

Leptospermum scoparium White, commonly known as White Tea Tree, is a compact, evergreen flowering shrub featuring pure white, delicate blooms that brighten gardens in spring and early summer. Its dense, bushy foliage makes it ideal for hedging, coastal gardens, borders, and container planting. This hardy native shrub is not only low-maintenance but also attracts pollinators such as bees, making it perfect for eco-friendly South African gardens.

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Size When Fully Grown

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

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Best Growing Conditions

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

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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 as a hedge, feature plant, or container shrub