Tea Tree

Upright bushy form with attractive light-colored, corky bark. Leathery green leaves and bright red single flowers. Use as a specimen, in borders, or as a screen. Very drought tolerant once established.

Companion Plants

Bald Cypress

Spreading Juniper

Yaupon Holly

Plant Details

Common name

Tea Tree
Botanical name

Leptospermum scoparium
Variety

Red Ensign
Zone

USDA Zone 10 (30°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

8-10' (2.5-3 m)
Habit

Arching
Feed

Once a month
Water

1-2 times per week
Bloom Color

Red
Bloom Time

Spring-summer
Maintenance

Protect from winter winds

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Irene B.'s collection

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