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Metrosideros excelsus

New Zealand Christmas Tree, Pohutuk

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Steve George

 

Description

This tree or shrub can grow 30-50' tall and has red blooms. It will do best in partial shade to full sun and moist soil.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Patio, Park

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.