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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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If you’re searching for pohutukawa for sale in New Zealand, you’ve come to the right place. The beloved pōhutukawa (Metrosideros excelsa) is renowned for its vibrant red flowers and capacity to thrive in coastal conditions, making it an iconic addition to Kiwi gardens. Whether you're wanting to bring year-round interest to your landscape, create shelter, or support native wildlife, pohutukawa offers a versatile and beautiful solution. Discover quality pohutukawa for sale right here, as well as a range of hardy, colourful Metrosideros varieties perfect for gardens across Aotearoa.

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

Metrosideros excelsa (Pōhutukawa)

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Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as Pōhutukawa or the New Zealand Christmas Tree, is a coastal evergreen renowned for its brilliant red flowers that bloom in early summer. Growing up to 20 metres tall, it features gnarled branches and leathery, silver-green leaves. Pōhutukawa is salt-tolerant, wind-hardy, and ideal for coastal planting, erosion control, and iconic feature trees. Its vibrant blooms and resilience make it a treasured symbol of summer and a standout in NZ landscapes.

Buy Metrosideros excelsa (Pōhutukawa)

From $26.93

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Trees

Height: 10.00 m

Spread: 10.00 m

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Native

Metrosideros 'Tahiti'

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Metrosideros 'Tahiti', commonly known as Dwarf Pohutukawa, is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant red flowers and silver-green foliage. Growing to around 1 metre tall and wide, it’s perfect for coastal gardens, pots, borders, and low hedges. Flowering from late spring through summer, it attracts birds and pollinators while providing year-round structure. Hardy and low-maintenance, ‘Tahiti’ thrives in full sun, tolerates wind and salt, and suits a wide range of New Zealand climates.

Buy Metrosideros 'Tahiti'

From $28.28

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 1.00 m

Spread: 1.00 m

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock

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Why Choose Pohutukawa?

Pohutukawa is often called New Zealand's Christmas tree, thanks to its striking scarlet blooms that burst into colour from late spring through summer. Its evergreen, leathery foliage provides excellent shelter and wind protection, making it a practical choice for coastal and exposed sites. Because pohutukawa is tolerant of salt and strong winds, it’s especially suited for seaside properties or anywhere you want a tough yet spectacular feature tree.

Planting pohutukawa also supports native birds, bees, and other pollinators, ensuring your garden becomes a haven for wildlife. Its deep roots help minimise erosion, which makes this tree ideal for stabilising banks and slopes.

Pohutukawa Varieties Available

Browse our pohutukawa for sale, including the classic Metrosideros excelsa (Pōhutukawa), perfect for creating dramatic, large-scale displays. For smaller spaces or contemporary gardens, explore compact hybrids like Metrosideros 'Tahiti'. This dwarf variety offers vivid blooms and suits container growing as well as tight planting areas.

Those after upright growth and a bold presence can consider Metrosideros 'Maori Princess', prized for its neat form and dazzling flowers. For unique colour and extra resilience, Metrosideros 'Spring Fire' stands out with bright red and orange tones. The striking Metrosideros 'Maungapiko' delivers deep red flowers and is well-adapted to varying conditions across New Zealand.

Growing and Caring for Pohutukawa

Pohutukawa is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance once established. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil—the tree is remarkably tolerant of poor soils and coastal conditions. Water young plants regularly, but once mature, pohutukawa is drought-tolerant and resilient. Regular mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds, while a light prune can encourage shape and vibrant new growth.

If you’re seeking a tree that celebrates New Zealand summers, supports biodiversity and withstands tough landscapes, pohutukawa ticks all the boxes. With a range of pohutukawa for sale, including both classic and contemporary Metrosideros varieties, it’s easy to find the right match for your garden.

Find Your Perfect Pohutukawa

Bring the magic of New Zealand’s own Christmas tree to your property, whether you’re establishing a coastal shelterbelt, enhancing native gardens, or simply craving vibrant colour. Explore our selection of pohutukawa for sale, including Metrosideros 'Tahiti', Metrosideros 'Maori Princess', Metrosideros 'Maungapiko', Metrosideros excelsa (Pōhutukawa), and Metrosideros 'Spring Fire'. Enjoy a garden bursting with native beauty year after year.

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