Leptospermum Coral Candy

Name: Leptospermum Coral Candy
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11536l
Price: 222.05 NZD
Availability: InStock

Leptospermum Coral Candy, Leptospermum scoparium Coral Candy, Leptospermum Coral Candy Blanc

Leptospermum Coral Candy is a NZ native shrub grown for its impressive flowering. It produces double flowers which are flushed red and pink during spring and summer. They are produced in such abundance that they literally transform the plant. The foliage comprises small, dark green leaves which provides a lovely backdrop to the flowers as it grows to 2 m tall and 1 m wide. Leptospermum Coral Candy is commonly included in a mixed planting, used for screening and shelter, planted as backdrop for smaller plants, grown to attract native fauna, or trimmed into a hedge.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Leptospermum Coral Candy, Leptospermum scoparium Coral Candy, Leptospermum Coral Candy Blanc

Leptospermum scoparium Coral Candy

Leptospermum scoparium Coral Candy is a NZ native shrub grown for its impressive flowering. It produces double flowers which are flushed red and pink during spring and summer. They are produced in such abundance that they literally transform the plant. The foliage comprises small, dark green leaves which provides a lovely backdrop to the flowers. This evergreen typically grows to 2 m tall and 1 m wide and new growth can be trimmed as necessary. It grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, and will tolerate extended dry periods, heavy soils, frost, and cool climates. Leptospermum scoparium Coral Candy is commonly included in a mixed planting, used for screening and shelter, planted as backdrop for smaller plants, grown to attract native fauna, or trimmed into a hedge. The fine foliage and floriferous nature of this shrub makes it a fine addition to any garden.