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Leptospermum
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Light:
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Full
sun (Southern exposure).
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Temperature:
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Maintain
temperature above 32°.
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Humidity:
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50%
or higher. Lower levels will do no harm as long as they are not for
extended periods.
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Watering:
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Keep
evenly moist. Avoid severe soil dryness and on the other hand, don’t
let plants stand in water.
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Fertilizer:
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Go
easy on the fertilizer. They are sensitive to high fertilizer levels.
Apply monthly. Fertilize with ˝ tsp/gallon of a balanced fertilizer (ie:
5-10-3, 7-9-5, 10-10-10). Or use an organic fertilizer like "Grow
More Flower and Bloom."
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Pruning:
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Prune
young plants to encourage branching. Once flowering is over in the
spring, they can be pruned frequently to create form and shape. Stop
pruning by the first of October to insure flowering. They make
wonderful topiaries.
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Insects and
Disease:
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Resistant
to most insects and diseases. |
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Comments:
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Leptospermum
is an easy plant to grow as long as they are grown in high light or
full sun and potted in an acid potting mix. 50% peat and 50% perlite.
Be sure to maintain even moisture.
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