Southern Rata Tree
Metrosideros umbellata
Southern Rata
Metrosideros umbellata, commonly known as Southern Rata, is a NZ native tree that grows to about 15 m tall and 3 m wide. It is slow-growing and produces small, dark-green leaves. The attraction of this tree are the brilliant red flowers in summer as the tree matures. Metrosideros umbellata is an excellent choice for coastal gardens, adding to a mixed planting in a large garden, or growing as a specimen.
- 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
