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Metrosideros tomentosa ‘Pohutukawa or New Zealand Christmas Bush’ Nursery


Origin: Tasmanian provenance

Very large shrub or small tree. Any soils with fair drainage. Good for shelter belts, hedging or screening. Drought tolerant. Best in full sun.  Bird attracting.

Description

Origin NZ.
Form: Very dense large shrub or small tree.
Type: Evergreen
Height (typical): 3.0m+
Width (typical): 2.0m
Growth rate: Slow to moderate
Uses: Shelter, screen, hedge & specimen
Soil type: Any soils with fair drainage
Position: Best in full sun
Frost hardiness: May be tipped by severe frosts
Drought tolerance: Very drought tolerant
Wind firmness: Very wind firm
Windbreak position: Second row planting
Flowering time: December (red ‘combs’)
Pruning: As required for shape & size. Clips well
as a hedge.
Features: Bird attracting
Excellent seaside plant.

Additional information

Size

75mm pot

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