Metrosideros excelsa ‘Vibrance’
Pohutakawa
Features
- Bright vibrant red flowers at Christmas time.
- The very best coloured of all the selections.
- Green foliage with grey tinge.
- Withstands light frosts once a few years old.
Uses
- Suitable for coastal planting as it withstands salt and wind.
- Can be clipped to form a loose hedge and give protection.
- Roots are fibrous and work well for erosion control.
Growing Conditions
- Very coastal and wind hardy.
- Light frosts.
- Grows in dry to very moist soil conditions.
Height | Width | |
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5 year old tree | 1.5m | .75m |
10 year old tree | 2.5m | 1.5m |
Country of Origin: New Zealand |