Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Medicinal properties
Makes a herbal tea rich in vitamin C. A tasty alternative to China tea - brew longer. Origin of Manuka honey which has strong antibacterial and antifungal properties. -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Southeastern Australia, New Zealand. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenMid- to dark-green small leaves do not reach 2.5cm (1in) long and are often silver-hairy when young.
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
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Height and Spread
To 3m (10ft)
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Spread
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact shrub with arching shoots.
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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. -
Scented foliage
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
