New Zealand Tea Manuka Live Plant (Leptospermum scoparium) - 5–7 Inches Tall

About This Plant

The New Zealand Tea Manuka (Leptospermum scoparium) is an evergreen shrub valued for its fine aromatic foliage and attractive seasonal flowers. It suits landscape borders, hedges, pollinator gardens, patio containers, and coastal gardens with a compact growth habit and year-round interest.

What You Will Receive

One live New Zealand Tea Manuka plant, approximately 5–7 inches tall at the time of shipping. Plants are packed to protect the root system during transit. The listing notes that the plant may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season and shipping requirements. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than mature images shown.

Planting and Care Information

Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Suitable for ornamental and coastal landscapes and adapts to a variety of garden settings.

• Common Name: New Zealand Tea Manuka, Manuka Tea Tree
• Scientific Name: Leptospermum scoparium
• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Flower Color: White to Pink; Foliage: Green
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• Water: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• USDA Zone: 9–11

Additional Notes

Live plants may experience shipping stress. If there is an issue with your order, contact within 48 hours of delivery and provide requested photos for review. Return eligibility is limited due to the perishable nature of live plants.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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