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Meryta sinclairii (Puka Plant)

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Puka Plant

Meryta sinclairii, commonly known as the Puka Tree or Puka Plant, is a NZ native shrub with a lush and tropical appearance. It bears large and glossy, dark green leaves and grows quickly to about 5 m tall and 4 m wide. Puka are great plants for coastal and tropical gardens and is also commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is also well suited to being used for screening or planted around pool or barbecue areas. Meryta sinclairii can also be grown as a potted plant indoors for 2-3 years (or more) before being moved into the garden.

  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Trees
  • Height:
    5.00 m
  • Spread:
    4.00 m
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal
  • Garden uses:
    Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Tropical

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