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If you’re searching for a rata tree for sale, you’ve come to the right place. Rata trees are iconic New Zealand natives, known for their spectacular red blooms and lush evergreen foliage. Whether you’re looking to add colour to your garden, attract native birds, or celebrate Aotearoa’s natural heritage, we offer a carefully selected range of rata trees perfect for New Zealand gardens large and small.

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

Metrosideros robusta

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Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as Northern Rata, is a majestic New Zealand native tree renowned for its brilliant red flowers and large, spreading canopy. Typically found in coastal and lowland forests, it can grow up to 25 metres tall with a broad, rounded form.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 25.00 m
Spread: 12.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Shade, Wind
Garden uses: Screening
Garden styles: Coastal, Native
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. Flowering through the warmer months, it offers a softer alternative to traditional red flowering varieties while still providing strong coastal character.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Trees
Height: 7.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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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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...

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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 '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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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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A large Metrosideros 'Maori Princess' trees in an avenue with masses of red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Maori Princess'

Metrosideros 'Maori Princess' is a stunning cultivar of the NZ Christmas tree (Pohutukawa) and is renowned for its brilliant crimson-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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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 '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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Coprosma robusta (Karamu) shrub growing as a specimen in a garden.
Coprosma robusta (Karamu)

Coprosma robusta, commonly known as Karamu, is a versatile New Zealand native shrub or small tree reaching up to 6 metres in height. It features...

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A Kunzea robusta shrub with masses of pretty, white flowers.
Kunzea robusta

Kunzea robusta (White Tea Tree) is a fast growing NZ native tree known for its fine foliage and masses of small white flowers that attract bees and...

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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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Metrosideros 'Spring Fire' trees for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Metrosideros 'Spring Fire'

Metrosideros 'Spring Fire' is a compact and highly floriferous New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar valued for its brilliant red spring flowers and...

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Metrosideros 'Red Baby' red flower above fleshy, green leaves.
Metrosideros 'Red Baby'

Metrosideros 'Red Baby' is a compact New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar bred for its small size and vivid red flowers. Flowering during the...

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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 Parnell red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Parnell'

Metrosideros 'Parnell' is a compact and reliable New Zealand native pohutukawa selection valued for its glossy green foliage and vibrant red summer...

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Metrosideros 'Ferris Wheel' red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Ferris Wheel'

Metrosideros 'Ferris Wheel' is a compact New Zealand native pohutukawa selection known for its dense rounded form, glossy evergreen foliage, and...

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Metrosideros carminea 'Carousel' variegated green and yellow foliage with small red flowers.
Metrosideros 'Carousel'

Metrosideros 'Carousel' is a compact New Zealand native pohutukawa selection valued for its dense rounded form, glossy evergreen foliage, and vibrant...

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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 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 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 '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 bartlettii shrub with lush green foliage.
Metrosideros bartlettii

Metrosideros bartlettii, or Bartlett's Rata, is one of New Zealand's rarest native trees, notable for its clusters of creamy-white flowers and...

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Metrosideros 'Octopussy' specimen tree with cascading, olive green foliage.
Metrosideros 'Octopussy'

Metrosideros 'Octopussy' is a unique New Zealand native pohutukawa selection recognised for its distinctive flowering habit and compact growth form...

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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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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 'Little Ewan' red flowers with lush, green foliage.
Metrosideros 'Little Ewan'

Metrosideros 'Little Ewan' is a compact New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar selected for its small size, dense growth, and bright red flowers...

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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 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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Why Choose a Rata Tree?

Rata trees bring year-round beauty to your landscape. Famous for their vibrant crimson flowers, these trees provide a stunning visual display from late spring into summer. Beyond aesthetics, the nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for native birds and pollinators, helping to support local biodiversity. With their hardy nature and adaptability, rata trees thrive in a range of conditions, from coastal gardens to sheltered urban spaces.

Explore Our Selection of Rata Trees

When searching for a rata tree for sale, it’s important to select the right species for your environment and garden goals. We offer a range of Metrosideros species and cultivars suited to New Zealand conditions.

Planting and Caring for Your Rata Tree

Purchasing a rata tree for sale is just the beginning. Rata trees thrive in well-draining soil and with regular watering until established. They appreciate a sunny to part-shaded position, and once mature, are remarkably resilient to wind, salt spray, and colder temperatures. Mulch around the base and a yearly application of organic fertiliser will keep your rata happy and blooming.

Order Your Rata Tree Online

Our nursery makes it easy to find the perfect rata tree for sale, ensuring you get healthy, locally grown plants suitable for New Zealand gardens. Browse our selection of Metrosideros umbellata, Metrosideros robusta, and other popular cultivars. Give your garden a true kiwi touch with a rata tree that will thrive for generations.

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