Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata

Name: Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10362f
Price: 28.24 NZD
Availability: InStock

Variegated Pohutukawa

Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata is an outstanding variety of Pohutukawa which is grown for its colourful leaves and flowers. It features lush foliage that is variegated dark green and cream. The foliage is adorned with bright red flowers through summer as it grows to 6 m tall and 4 m wide. Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata is an excellent choice for coastal gardens, adding to a mixed planting, trimming into a hedge, using as a backdrop for smaller plants, growing as a screen, planting for shelter, or growing as a specimen.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	6.00 m
Spread:	4.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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Also known as	Variegated Pohutukawa

Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata care

Metrosideros kermadecensis variegata is generally very easy to care for, thriving in New Zealand’s coastal and temperate climates. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil, though it can tolerate poor soils, clay, and even rocky ground. Once established, it is very drought-tolerant and also highly resistant to salt spray and strong winds, making it ideal for coastal planting. Regular watering is needed during its first couple of summers to help it establish, but after that, natural rainfall is usually enough. Pōhutukawa benefits from an occasional light trim if shaping is needed, preferably after flowering, though mature trees often need little to no pruning. It’s a good idea to mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid piling mulch against the trunk. Feeding is rarely necessary, but a general-purpose fertiliser in spring can encourage lush growth, especially for younger or potted plants.

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