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METROSIDEROS
Commonly known as Pohutakawa
These plants produce exquisite bottle-brush like flowers but they are frost tender and suitable for outdoor growing only in the Scilly Isles or West Cornwall. They do however make excellent conservatory plants but be prepared for aerial roots
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 -
Height1m (39in) -
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) -
Full sunProtect from drying winds
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Additional FeaturesExotic plants
Good to knowA good tub subject.
Pests & DiseasesScale insects can be a problem under glass
Place of originA selection from the Kermadec Islands of New Zealand -
Flower ShapeTrumpet
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plants
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HardinessTender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Elliptic
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Oblong(see photos above) -
Pruning group
Pruning 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
Metrosideros - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of METROSIDEROS
METROSIDEROS carminea 'Ferris Wheel'
Crimson rata vine
bright carmine-red
Gift-wrapping available
£25.00 each
METROSIDEROS excelsa
Common pohutakawa, New Zealand Christmas tree, Rata
9syn. M. tomentosa).Bright orange-red flowers and large green leaves
Gift-wrapping available
£25.00 each
METROSIDEROS excelsa 'Parnell'
New Zealand Christmas tree
bright orange-red flowers and large green leaves
METROSIDEROS kermadecensis 'Twisty'
Pohutakawa
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
Northern rata
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'
Iron tree, New Zealand Christmas tree
deep red
Gift-wrapping available
£25.00 each
METROSIDEROS umbellata
Southern rata
one of the hardiest species which will thrive outside in Cornwall. Coppery young leaves and bright crimson flowers
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £16.00 each
£17.50 each
METROSIDEROS umbellata 'Gold Nugget'
Southern rata
golden-yellow leaves with orange tinted tips
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £16.00 each
£17.50 each
METROSIDEROS umbellata 'Moonlight'
Southern rata
green leaves with yellow-splashed centres
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY Any 3+ for £16.00 each
£17.50 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
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Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Blood, Fish & Bone
Improves vegetable, fruit and flower quality. Blood, Fish and Bone
contains three major nutrients essential for strong and healthy growth.
Only £6.00
