Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium 'Ruby Glow'
Common Name: New Zealand tea tree Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape upright, many branched, forming a fairly dense, rounded shrub if unpruned – easily developed into tree form with pruning, canopy becomes loose Height 5-10' Spread equal + Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full/partial sun Soil well-drained soil required Hardiness prefers warmth, some frost (zones 14-24) Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, linear-lanceolate, tiny (1/4-1/2" long) stiff, dull green Flowers showy, reddish, terminal/axillary clusters, profuse, 1/2-3/4" across – January to May Fruit tiny woody capsule Propagation: seed, semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: medium/large filler; used for fine textured foliage, heavy flower display; open, loose branch structure; informal mass plantings, developed into small accent tree; form, color, foliage, container tree Landscape Care: Watering regular until established, then prefers deep soak Fertilizing balanced in spring – watch for chlorosis Pruning occasionally thin out deadwood – DO NOT SHEAR Pests/Diseases relatively free Special Conditions/Other Origin: New Zealand Family: Myrtaceae Notes: |
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