The
manuka tea tree is native to New Zealand but has been recently found growing in
the US along warm coastal areas. It thrives well in both tropical and
sub-tropical lands. This evergreen shrub grows at a medium rate. It can can be
grown in a pot, trimmed as a hedge, or grow to heights reaching the size of other large shrubs
or small trees.
It has a charming old world or antique look to it
with dainty and
prim-looking pink cascade flowers boast a soft pink color on the outer edges of the petals that fads into a darker pink center. Leptospermum
scoparium comes in 3 colors: white, pink and red. These seeds came from
the pink variety however do note that I offer the white ones for sale as
well on this platform. Be sure to check out my other items for sale when you get the chance!
How to care for Leptospermum scoparium
The manuka shrub can grow in a variety of soil types. Namely it is found established in sand or
clay. While it grows strong in warmer climates, it adapts well to cold
temperatures too.
Manuka as a Medicinal Tea Bush
Medicinal manna tea is made from the leaves. The tea has a pleasant
flavor and is rich in vitamin C.
If you are a beekeeper, plant manuka nearby to produce highly sought-after medicinal "manuka honey".
Manuka Tea Shrub More Uses:
Infuse savory flavor into smoked meats using Manuka wood chips. You will find more uses for the tea tree in medicinal
texts from around the world online.
Germination Procedure:
This seed germinates sporadically and requires sunlight to sprout.
Choose a soil that won't allow the seeds to "fall into darkness" when
watered. Dampen the soil well before sowing the tiny seeds on the
surface so that when you mist water later on, the seeds will still
remain, and be less likely to fall down into the soil away from the
needed sunlight. Keep seeds and soil in 75 degree temperatures. Under
these conditions, some of the seeds germinate within 3 weeks. Others
could take months to germinate.