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Metrosideros umbellata (Southern Rata)

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Southern Rata

Metrosideros umbellata, commonly known as Southern Rātā, is a New Zealand native tree renowned for its brilliant red summer flowers and evergreen foliage. Growing up to 15 meters tall, it thrives in coastal and temperate regions, making it an excellent choice for gardens, parks, and ecological restoration projects.

  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Trees
  • Height:
    15.00 m
  • Spread:
    5.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Hedging, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Coastal, Formal, Japanese, Native

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