Leptospermum liversidgei ‘Mozzie Blocker’ – Tea Tree

Leptospermum liversidgei tea-tree 'Mozzie Blocker'

Leptospermum liversidgei 'Mozzie Blocker'
Leptospermum liversidgei 'Mozzie Blocker'

An upright fine leafed ornamental shrub with soft pink teatree flowers. Grows well in tropical to cool temperate climates, will tolerate light frosts. Plant as hedging or screening around decks, pools, barbeque areas, or indoors as needed. This cultivar reputedly vaporises citronella into the atmosphere to repel mosquitos, crushing the foliage will release more of the oils contained in the leaves.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name: Mozzie Blocker

Plant Type : Large shrub

Width : 1.2

Flowering Time : Spring

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Fragrant oils, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Fast growing, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Leptospermum liversidgei

Common Name : Tea Tree

Height : 1.8

Flower Color : Pink

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects