What is the New Zealand tea tree?
New Zealand tea tree, also called Manuka, is a permanent shrub or a small tree that comes from parts of New Zealand and Australia. As a shrub can grow from 7 feet to 16 feet (2 m to 5 m) high; As a tree can grow up to 50 feet (15 m). Evergreen leaves have a barbed tip. Plants flowers bloom in spring or summer and can be white, pink or red. It is also grown in gardens and containers and can grow in different parts of the world. The New Zealand tea tree was named for its leaves, which are often dried and made in tea. They can also be purchased in containers for planting in the garden. The plant is sometimes kept in a container and is grown as a dwarf plant, similar to bonsai trees. In other cases, the New Zealand tea tree can be used as a hedge or a plant in the garden. Also, grow like a small tree.
Similarity of climate between new Zealand and California mean that nAnd the California coast is often grown by New Zealand's tea tree. This species can be grown specifically for their flowers, which are more fertile and clearly colored than those in other types of tea trees. Bees, butterflies and birds are attracted by these flowers.
gardeners can grow New Zealand's tea room in sandy or clay soils and is often used to check erosion on sandy or rocky slopes. It will tolerate a number of lighting conditions, including the shadow, but the flower does not have to be so much without a partial or complete sun. When growing as a container plant, it can be susceptible to root rot, so that overloading should be prevented. It is a good plant for use in Xeriscapes because it can do well with very small water.
TheMaori tribe traditionally used manuka for different exciteations in New Zealand. It can be used for firewood and aromatic bark is a good flavor for smoking and grilling food. Antibacterial properties of the plant mean crushed leaves and éTeric oil was used as traditional medicine. Uniquely flavored honey can also be made from this plant.