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Morrison's Tea Tree

Leptospermum morrisonii, Myrtaceae

Zones
8–10
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest ConfuserWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sea CeleryApium prostratum
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Seaberry SaltbushRhagodia candolleana
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Creek Mat-rushLomandra hystrix
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Roundleaf PigfaceDisphyma crassifolium

Tea tree species can suppress succulent ground covers through shading and allelopathic effects

Uses

Functions

Essential Oil ProductionWildlife HabitatErosion Control

Medicinal Uses

AntisepticAntimicrobialRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Morrison's Tea Tree grow in?

Morrison's Tea Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Morrison's Tea Tree?

Good companions for Morrison's Tea Tree include Sea Celery, Seaberry Saltbush, Creek Mat-rush.

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