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Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' (Yellow Pohutukawa)

Metrosideros excelsa ‘Aurea’, commonly known as the Yellow Pohutukawa, is a rare and striking New Zealand native tree that features soft yellow flowers instead of the typical red. Growing 6–10 metres tall with a broad, spreading canopy, it offers a unique alternative for feature planting, coastal landscapes, or native gardens. Evergreen with dense, grey-green foliage, ‘Aurea’ is wind- and salt-tolerant, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. It’s an excellent choice for year-round structure and summer colour.

Stunning Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' yellow flowers amidst olive-green foliage.
Yellow Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' flowers amidst olive-green foliage.
The average plant height is 30 cm
$30.66

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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
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku17519

How to grow a Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' in NZ

Plant Metrosideros 'Aurea' in full sun with free-draining soil. It performs best in coastal or frost-free areas and is tolerant of wind, drought, and salt spray once established. Water regularly during the first year to encourage deep root development. Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, and feed in spring with a native plant fertiliser. Prune only to shape or remove damaged branches, preferably after the plant has finished flowering.

Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' care tips

Metrosideros excelsa 'Aurea' (Golden Pōhutukawa) thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and good air circulation. Water regularly while young, then reduce as it becomes drought-tolerant. Apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring and prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. It’s generally hardy but should be protected from frost when young and monitored for myrtle rust.

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Questions and Answers

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Can you plant Metrosideros Excelso Aurea in a 50 lt pot or do they need to be in the ground.

It would be fine in a pot that size for 3-5 years. Growing it in a pot will keep it somewhat dwarfed... a bonsai effect with the roots being restricted.

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