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METROSIDEROS kermadecensis 'Tahiti'
Commonly known as Pohutakawa
Dwarf habit, rounded leaves and clusters of orange red flowers
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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Red - orange red -
Height - 1m (39in) -
Spread - 1m (39in)
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Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Full sun - protect from drying winds -
Additional Features - Exotic plants
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Good to know - a good tub subject. -
Pests & Diseases - scale insects can be a problem under glass -
Place of origin - a selection from the Kermadec Islands of New Zealand -
Garden Location/Conditions - Patio / pot plants
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - moderately fertile. Humus-rich
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Metrosideros - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
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
Vermin & Pest Control
SB Plant Invigorator
This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide.
Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
Only £9.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.20
Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
Only £20.00
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