Product Description

Overview

White Leptospermum Scoparium Tree Seeds grow into hardy, evergreen ornamental trees or large shrubs admired for their fine-textured foliage and masses of delicate white blossoms. Commonly known as the Manuka Tree or New Zealand Tea Tree, this plant is prized for its exceptional drought tolerance, wind resistance, and long flowering season. Perfect for hedges, landscape borders, coastal gardens, and large decorative pots, White Leptospermum adds resilience, elegance, and year-round structure to any outdoor space.

Features

Premium-quality, non-GMO White Leptospermum Scoparium Tree Seeds
Produces masses of delicate white Manuka blossoms
Evergreen foliage for year-round ornamental appeal
Ideal for hedges, landscapes, coastal gardens, and large containers
Strong germination with hardy tree or shrub growth habit
Highly wind-tolerant and drought-resistant once established
Attractive to bees and beneficial pollinators
Low-maintenance and long-lived ornamental tree

Specifications

Plant Type: Perennial Evergreen Tree / Large Shrub
Common Name: White Leptospermum Scoparium, Manuka Tree, Tea Tree
Scientific Name: Leptospermum scoparium
Variety: White Flowering Type
GMO Status: Non-GMO
Heirloom: Yes
Growth Season: Spring–summer
USDA Zones: 8–11 (grown in containers in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soil
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Plant Height: 6–15 feet (smaller with pruning)
Spacing: 5–8 feet
Watering: Low to moderate (highly drought tolerant once established)

Planting Guide

Sowing Method: Start indoors in trays or shallow pots
Seed Preparation: No special treatment required
Sowing Depth: Surface sow; lightly press into moist soil
Germination Time: 14–28 days
Ideal Temperature: 18–25°C
Transplanting: Transplant when seedlings are strong and well-rooted