Leptospermum, Manuka, Tea Tree
Leptospermum 'Mesmer Eyes'

Category
Shrubs

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth

Foliage Color
Blue-Green

Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow
Grow outdoors year-round in hardiness zone

Danger

Bloom Color
Pale Pink
Pink

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry