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METROSIDEROS
Commonly known as Pohutakawa
Genus of 50 species of dwarf to tall. upright, evergreen shrubs, trees and climbers found in rainforests, dry river valleys and subalpine areas.
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Evergreen
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RedOrange red
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Height1m (39in)
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Spread1m (39in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Full sunProtect from drying winds
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Additional FeaturesExotic plantsGood to knowA good tub subject.Pests & DiseasesScale insects can be a problem under glassPlace of originA selection from the Kermadec Islands of New Zealand
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Flower ShapeTrumpet
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plants
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HardinessTender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
1m (39in)
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Buy Varieties of METROSIDEROS
METROSIDEROS carminea 'Ferris Wheel'
bright carmine-red
METROSIDEROS excelsa
9syn. M. tomentosa).Bright orange-red flowers and large green leaves
METROSIDEROS excelsa 'Parnell'
bright orange-red flowers and large green leaves
METROSIDEROS kermadecensis 'Twisty'
distinctive leaves which are brightly variegated cream-yellow in the centre and bright deep green outside. Young stems are a bright red and the leaves have a twist which shows off the variegation
METROSIDEROS robusta
the hardiest of all the metrosideros which grew at Caerhays for many years. Coppery-scarlet flowers. Much more tender when young as those who have pinched seedlings from Tresco discover to their cost
METROSIDEROS x subtomentosa 'Mistral'
deep red
METROSIDEROS umbellata
one of the hardiest species which will thrive outside in Cornwall. Coppery young leaves and bright crimson flowers
METROSIDEROS umbellata 'Gold Nugget'
golden-yellow leaves with orange tinted tips
METROSIDEROS umbellata 'Moonlight'
green leaves with yellow-splashed centres