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If you're searching for an attractive, hardy solution for your next garden screen or boundary, a metrosideros hedge could be the perfect fit. Renowned for their bright flowers, robust growth, and year-round foliage, metrosideros hedges have become a favourite option for New Zealand gardeners wanting shelter, privacy, and a lush coastal vibe. Here you'll discover why metrosideros is such a dependable hedge choice, the top cultivars to consider, and tips for growing a healthy, dense privacy screen.

Metrosideros Vibrance red flowers amidst lush foliage on a mature tree.

Metrosideros 'Vibrance'

Metrosideros 'Vibrance' is a compact, evergreen tree prized for its vivid red flowers and dense, silver-green foliage. Typically growing to 4-5 metres tall and wide, it is ideal for hedging, borders, and container planting. Flowering mainly in summer, it attracts native birds and pollinators while providing strong year-round structure.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
A large Metrosideros 'Maori Princess' trees in an avenue with masses of red flowers.

Metrosideros 'Maori Princess'

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Metrosideros 'Maori Princess' is a stunning cultivar of the NZ Christmas tree (Pohutukawa) and is renowned for its brilliant crimson-red flowers and glossy green leaves. This upright, evergreen tree grows 6–10 metres tall, making it ideal for feature planting, coastal gardens, and urban landscapes.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 10.00 m
Spread: 6.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Native
A Metrosideros 'Tahiti' shrub about 70 cm tall and 60 cm wide with red flowers and lush foliage.
Metrosideros 'Tahiti'

Metrosideros 'Tahiti', commonly known as Dwarf Pohutukawa, is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant red flowers and silver-green foliage...

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Metrosideros 'Kawa Copper' red and green foliage.
Metrosideros 'Kawa Copper'

Metrosideros ‘Kawa Copper’ is a distinctive New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar prized for its rich copper toned new growth, glossy evergreen...

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Metrosideros kermadecensis 'variegata' red flowers and variegated foliage.
Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata (Variegated Pohutukawa)

Metrosideros kermadecensis 'Variegata' is a striking NZ native shrub or small tree admired for its glossy green leaves edged with creamy variegation...

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Metrosideros 'Dalese' lush green foliage.
Metrosideros 'Dalese'

Metrosideros ‘Dalese’ is an attractive New Zealand native pohutukawa selection valued for its compact habit, glossy evergreen foliage, and vibrant...

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Metrosideros 'Mistral' specimen tree with colourful red flowers above olive-green foliage.
Metrosideros 'Mistral'

Metrosideros ‘Mistral’ is a compact New Zealand native pohutukawa selection valued for its dense habit, glossy evergreen foliage, and vivid red...

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Metrosideros 'Moonlight' green and yellow variegated foliage.
Metrosideros 'Moonlight'

Metrosideros ‘Moonlight’ is an elegant New Zealand native pohutukawa selection admired for its creamy white flowers and glossy evergreen foliage...

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Metrosideros 'Maungapiko' specimen tree covered in red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Maungapiko'

Metrosideros ‘Maungapiko’ is a compact New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar valued for its dense habit, glossy green foliage, and vivid red summer...

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Metrosideros 'Lighthouse' plant with red flowers and olive-green foliage.
Metrosideros 'Lighthouse'

Metrosideros 'Lighthouse' is a compact and hardy NZ native shrub renowned for its vibrant red flowers that burst into colour during summer. Its...

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A Metrosideros robusta (Northern Rata) tree in full flower in a native reserve.
Metrosideros robusta

Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as Northern Rata, is a majestic New Zealand native tree renowned for its brilliant red flowers and large...

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A Tui in a Metrosideros carminea shrub feeding on the red flowers.
Metrosideros carminea

Metrosideros carminea, commonly known as Climbing Rata or Crimson Rata Vine, is a striking New Zealand native valued for its vivid red flowers and...

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Metrosideros excelsa (Pohutukawa) specimen tree with masses of red flowers in a coastal location.
Metrosideros excelsa (Pōhutukawa)

Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as Pōhutukawa or the New Zealand Christmas Tree, is a coastal evergreen renowned for its brilliant red flowers...

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Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood)

Buxus sempervirens, commonly known as English Box or Box Hedge, is a classic evergreen shrub popular in New Zealand for formal hedging and topiary...

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Ligustrum 'Rotundifolium'

Ligustrum 'Rotundifolium' (Japanese Privet) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its rounded glossy green leaves and dense compact growth habit...

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A Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' plant in a garden.
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and...

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Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime' plants with lush, green foliage.
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime'

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lime' is a bright and eye catching honeysuckle valued for its vivid lime foliage and compact, tidy habit. This hardy shrub...

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A magnificant Photinia 'Super Hedge' hedge.
Photinia 'Super Hedge'

Photinia 'Super Hedge' features bright and colourful foliage with bright red new growth. This foliage ages to become mid-dark green, resulting in a...

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Metrosideros Midas tree with red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Midas'

Metrosideros 'Midas' is a variety of the commonly known Pohutukawa, and is grown for its impressive foliage and flowers. This NZ native Christmas...

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Metrosideros 'Moon Maiden' green foliage and yellow flowers.
Metrosideros 'Moon Maiden'

Metrosideros 'Moon Maiden' is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree admired for its masses of creamy yellow flowers that appear in summer. These...

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Metrosideros 'Fiji' orange-red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Fiji'

Metrosideros 'Fiji' is a compact and colourful NZ native shrub celebrated for its striking red flowers that appear in summer and attract native...

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Metrosideros Golden Dawn plant with red flowers and yellow-green leaves.
Metrosideros 'Golden Dawn'

Metrosideros ‘Golden Dawn’ is a striking New Zealand native pohutukawa selection prized for its bright golden yellow new growth and glossy evergreen...

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Metrosideros Fire Mountain plant with red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Fire Mountain'

Metrosideros 'Fire Mountain' is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree admired for its fiery red brush like flowers that bloom profusely in summer...

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Metrosideros Tahitian Sunset plant with red flowers and variegated leaves.
Metrosideros 'Tahitian Sunset'

Metrosideros 'Tahitian Sunset' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its variegated green and cream foliage highlighted with pink tones. In...

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Metrosideros 'Velvet Sky' red flowers above dark green leaves.
Metrosideros 'Velvet Sky'

Metrosideros ‘Velvet Sky’ is an elegant New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar prized for its deep crimson red flowers and rich dark green foliage...

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Metrosideros Red Glow plant with red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Red Glow'

Metrosideros 'Red Glow' is a stunning evergreen shrub or small tree admired for its masses of brilliant red flowers that light up the garden in...

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Stunning Metrosideros umbellata (Southern Rata) specimen trees coasted in red flowers.
Metrosideros umbellata

Metrosideros umbellata, commonly known as Southern Rata, is a striking New Zealand native tree admired for its vivid red summer flowers and dense...

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Stunning Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' yellow flowers amidst olive-green foliage.
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...

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Metrosideros 'Red and Gold' variegated foliage with a red flower.
Metrosideros 'Red and Gold'

Metrosideros ‘Red and Gold’ is a striking New Zealand native pohutukawa selection prized for its colourful foliage and vibrant red flowers. New...

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Metrosideros thomasii shrub with red flowers and lush,green foliage.
Metrosideros thomasii

Metrosideros thomasii is a rare and distinctive New Zealand native shrub valued for its compact habit, glossy evergreen foliage, and bright red...

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Metrosideros perforata (Akatea, White Climbing Rata) plant with masses of white flowers.
Metrosideros perforata

Metrosideros perforata, known as Akatea or White Climbing Rātā, is a native New Zealand vine admired for its clusters of white, star-shaped flowers...

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Metrosideros 'Fiji Fire' orange-red flower.
Metrosideros 'Fiji Fire'

Metrosideros ‘Fiji Fire’ is a spectacular New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar prized for its intense fiery red summer flowers and glossy evergreen...

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Metrosideros 'Vibrance'

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Why Choose a Metrosideros Hedge?

Metrosideros, sometimes known as New Zealand Christmas Trees or pohutukawa relatives, offer spectacular displays of red, orange, or yellow blooms and thick evergreen leaves. These tough natives are well suited to New Zealand's climate, providing excellent wind and salt tolerance, making metrosideros hedges ideal for both urban and coastal gardens. Their fast growth rate ensures you won't be waiting long for shelter or privacy.

Popular Metrosideros Varieties for Hedging

Selecting the right metrosideros variety is key to a successful hedge. Some classic choices for a metrosideros hedge include:

Each of these cultivars provides excellent foliage density, outstanding flower colour, and a high degree of resilience against wind, salt, and dry conditions.

How to Plant and Maintain a Metrosideros Hedge

Plant your metrosideros hedge in full sun for the best flowering and dense growth. These plants are adaptable but prefer free-draining soils. Space your plants roughly one metre apart; closer spacing creates a quick, thick screen, while wider spacing encourages larger, more open shrubs. Prune regularly to shape your hedge and promote bushiness, particularly in the early years. Metrosideros responds well to light trimming, rewarding you with lush new growth.

Water young plants during dry spells and mulch annually to keep roots cool and moist. Once established, metrosideros hedges are drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making them an easy-care choice for busy gardeners.

Where to Buy Quality Metrosideros

Browse our full range of metrosideros, from classic reds to unique gold and white varieties, to find the perfect metrosideros hedge for your space. Whether you love the bold flowers of Metrosideros 'Maori Princess', the compact performance of Metrosideros 'Vibrance', or the elegance of Metrosideros 'Moon Maiden', you'll find a metrosideros hedge to suit every NZ garden.

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