New Zealand Tea Bonsai

Leptospermum scoparium ‘Crimson Glory’

Attractive New Zealand shrub called the “”Tea Plant”" by Captain Cook because of the agreeably aromatic tea his men made from the leaves. It is hardy in zones 9-10. In cooler regions it makes an excellent patio or house plant. Whether indoors or out this unusual plant needs full sun. It is native to Tasmania, New Zealand, Australia (New South Wales). It grows 8 feet tall but can be trimmed at any height. It is even used as a bonsai tree! To the left is a gorgeous flowering indoor ‘tropical’ bonsai! This tree produces small pink flowers which bloom 11 months out of the year (throughout the winter).