Leptospermum ‘Merinda’ – Tea Tree

Leptospermum 'Merinda'
Leptospermum 'Merinda'
Leptospermum 'Merinda'

A low growing and spreading shrub to around a metre high and wide, with small mid-green leaves. It has profuse magenta flowers in spring which create a stunning display. Perfect for pot culture or as a feature plant in the garden. A great low maintenance plant for moist but well drained soils. Prune back after flowering and feed in spring with a good native plant fertilizer.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name: Merinda

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Bonsai, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Leptospermum

Common Name : Tea Tree

Height : 1

Flower Color : Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects

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Leptospermum ‘Merinda’ – Tea Tree