LEPTOSPERMUM scoparium 'Red Damask'

Commonly known as Manuka, New Zealand tea tree

Double dark red flowers and dark green leaves

Further Reading....

Leptospermum - Growing Guide

Estimated availability autumn 2021 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.

£14.50 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £12.00 each

Estimated availability autumn 2021

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen - small leaves to 2cm (¾in) long
Red - dark red
Height - 2.5m (8ft)
Spread - 2.5m (8ft)
Tall Shrub - compact, arching shrub.
Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) - under glass use loam-based compost (JI No.3) in full or bright filtered light
Will grow outside in milder locations - This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.
Against a wall - protect from cold, dry winds
Full sun
Partial shade
Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - insects
Pests & Diseases - none.
Place of origin - garden origin.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Flower Shape - Cup-shaped - - to saucer-shaped.
Double - Multi rows of petals, no stamen showing
Garden Location/Conditions - Australian / New Zealand -
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Leaf margin - Entire - see photos above
Leaf shape - Elliptic - see photos above
Lanceolate
Pruning group - Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Scented Plants - Scented foliage -
Seasonal Interest - Spring -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - moderately fertile
Wildlife - Bee friendly -