Overview
Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) is a bushy, columnar upright shrubs in the genus Leptospermum, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, low maintenance, conservatory and greenhouse, cut flowers and wall side borders.
About
Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' is a bushy, columnar upright cultivar of the Leptospermum genus, which comprises aromatic evergreen shrubs or small trees with small, often silky foliage. This cultivar features evergreen leaves and produces 5-petaled blossoms in late spring and summer. It thrives best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels and prefers full sun or partial shade in sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for a variety of garden settings including city gardens, coastal areas, and patios.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Leptospermum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d)
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d)?
Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) need?
Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) hardy in the UK?
Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d) has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Leptospermum scoparium 'Princess Anne' (d)?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
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