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METROSIDEROS umbellata 'Moonlight'
Commonly known as Southern rata
Green leaves with yellow-splashed centres
(UK Delivery Only)
£17.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ for £16.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
New Zealand -
EvergreenNarrowly ovate, shiny leaves to 6cm (2½in) long tapered equally at each end
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Silver variegated
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
50cm (20in) -
Spread
50cm (20in)
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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 greenhouse
Tolerant 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterUse loam-based compost (JI No. 2) in full light with shade from hot sun
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable 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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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-richNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Very sheltered
Metrosideros - Growing Guide
Planting Combinations