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Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti'

Also Known As

  • Metrosideros villosus 'Tahiti'
  • Metrosideros
  • New Zealand Christmas Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 5'-5'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti' plant details

Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Metrosideros villosus tahiti is the dwarf variety of the New Zealand Christmas Tree. Scattered orange scarlet powderpuff like flowers in spring and summer with the heaviest blooms during fall and winter. growing 3-4' tall. Likes well drained soil. Can be grown in containers

Gardening facts about Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti' plant

How to Grow Metrosideros collina var. villosa 'Tahiti'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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