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Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea'

Metrosideros excelsa ‘Aurea’ (Yellow Pohutukawa) is a rare and eye catching New Zealand native valued for its unusual golden yellow flowers and glossy evergreen foliage. Flowering through the warmer months, it brings a unique twist to the classic pohutukawa look while still providing strong coastal character. This variety is ideal for feature planting where something distinctive is desired. Metrosideros excelsa ‘Aurea’ is hardy, wind tolerant, and well suited to NZ conditions.

  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Trees
  • Height:
    8.00 m
  • Spread:
    8.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Hedging, Parks, Screening, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Native

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