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Leptospermum scoparium 'Red Ensign'

A dense, evergreen shrub with small, lance shaped mid to dark green, aromatic leaves. Small, red, saucer shaped flowers are borne profusely in spring and early summer.

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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Neutral, Alkaline, Acid
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Red Green
Summer Red Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

West–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Myrtaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Leptospermum are aromatic evergreen shrubs or small trees with small, often silky leaves and 5-petalled flowers in late spring and summer

Name status

Unresolved

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position.

Propagation

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings, with bottom heat.

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Wall side borders
Pruning

Pruning Group 8 - after flowering

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)

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