Leptospermum scoparium
(sold as Pink Pearl)

Family: Myrtaceae

Common names: MANUKA, NEW ZEALAND TEA TREE, TEA TREE, TITREE

Native to: New South Wales, New Zealand, Tasmania, Victoria

Plant

Types: shrub, tree

Forms: arching, clumping, erect, mounding, open form

Leaves evergreen

Max height: 9.8 feet

Max width: 8 feet

Flower

Leaf

green

new growth distinct

Horticulture

Attracts wildlife: specific butterfly species

Plant features: evergreen

Exposure: part shade, sun

Landscape uses: container, deer resistant, foliage aromatic

Propagates by: seed

flowers in spring

flowers in summer

Soil acidity: slightly acidic

Soil type: loam

USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f

Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F

Water: drought tolerant, dry

Butterflies that feed on this plant