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    Metrosideros kermadecensis

    Also Known As

    • Pohutukawa

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 30'-65'
    • W: 25'-60'

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

    Metrosideros kermadecensis plant details

    Metrosideros kermadecensis is a broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Metrosideros kermadecensis

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: myrtaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 25 FT - 60 FT - wide, 30 FT - 65 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Metrosideros kermadecensis

    USDA Zones: 9b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind

    Gardening facts about Metrosideros kermadecensis plant

    How to Grow Metrosideros kermadecensis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant
      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    aka Metrosideros umbellata, Ironwood, Southern Rātā, Southern Rata

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8b-10b

    Size

    Height: 10'-15'

    Width: 8'-12'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Metrosideros umbellata [Wangaloa] close-up, foliage, form by Stan Shebs
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    Metrosideros collina 'Springfire'

    aka Metrosideros 'Spring Fire'

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    9b-11

    Size

    Height: 15'-25'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Metrosideros collina 'Springfire' flower, form by J.G. in SF
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