
Metrosideros ‘Spring Fire’
Pohutakawa
Features
- Red/orange flowers in spring and early summer.
- Lush tropical looking foliage—light green when young, maturing to a darker green.
Uses
- Makes a great wind screen for coastal gardens.
- Attractive nectar filled flowers in spring for native birds.
- Can be grown in containers.
Growing Conditions
- Very coastal and wind hardy.
- Will tolerate light frosts.
- Prefers full sun.
- Will cope with most soil conditions except water-logged and very dry.
Height | Width | |
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5 year old tree | 2.0m | 1.5m |
10 year old tree | 3.0m | 3.0m |
Country of Origin: Pacific Islands |