Pink Manuka Tea Tree – Drought Tolerant Starter Plant

Add vibrant color and year-round interest to your garden with the Pink Manuka Tea Tree (Leptospermum ‘Helene Styngbing’)—a hardy, drought-tolerant evergreen shrub that produces abundant deep pink blooms. This pollinator-friendly New Zealand native attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making it an exceptional choice for eco-friendly and low-maintenance landscapes. Perfect for desert gardens, xeriscaping, and sunny patios, this compact starter plant also doubles as a beautiful bonsai tree candidate, known for developing sculptural trunk shapes and stunning floral displays. Why You’ll Love It Drought-tolerant & low maintenance—ideal for desert and dry landscapes Evergreen shrub with rich pink flowers throughout the season Excellent pollinator plant, attracting bees and butterflies Great for bonsai training, producing unique branching and form Thrives in full sun with well-draining soil Hardy in Zones 9–11 Product Sizing 📏 Plant height: 2–3 inches📏 Co