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Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick]

Also Known As

  • Mike Remmick Tea Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick] plant details

Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Collected and shared with us by plantsman Mike Remmick. By its early growth rate, we would guess to an eventual height of 6-8 ft, or smaller with pruning or hedging. White spring flowers are often repeated into fall. Sun to part shade in well-drained soil with at least occasional summer water. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick] plant

How to Grow Leptospermum sp. [Mike Remmick]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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