Leptospermum scoparium var scoparium ‘Manuka’ Tas species
$4.50
Origin: Tasmanian provenance.
Shrub or tree 2.0 to 7.0 metres. Papery bark. White flowers in spring/summer.
Feature Codes: BCDEFHNPS
Seeds per gram: 10000+
Description
| Origin |
Tas, Vic, NSW, Qld, NZ |
| Form: |
Usually a medium shrub, occasionally |
|
a small tree (SW Tas). |
| Type: |
Evergreen |
| Height (typical): |
1.8 -3.0m |
| Width (typical): |
1.5 – 2.5m |
| Growth rate: |
Fast |
| Uses: |
Shrubberies, specimen, screen |
| Soil type: |
Any soil including very wet or very dry |
| Position: |
Full sun to partial shade |
| Frost hardiness: |
Very hardy |
| Drought tolerance: |
Very drought resistant (once established) |
| Wind firmness: |
Very wind firm |
| Flowering time: |
Spring – early summer |
| Pruning: |
Not required but will respond if pruned |
| Features: |
Bird attracting (honey eaters, parrots, |
|
insect feeders & nesting wrens). |
|
Tough as old boots. |
