Leptospermum scop. 'Winter Cheer' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The dark green leaves are lanceolate. The location should be as sunny as possible. Well-drained soil is ideal.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * deer resistant

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 8 to 10°C is required.

Growth habit
Bushy.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Tasks
Fertilise during the growth phase: Every 2 weeks from March to August.

Care
- Over time, the soil loses some important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted every two years in spring into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil. - This plant should be overwintered in a cool, dark place. The cellar or a shed close to a building is particularly suitable for this.

Flower
Leptospermum scoparium 'Winter Cheer' forms purple-red flowers from March.

Use
Tub, rock garden, winter garden