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Metrosideros fulgens 'Gold'
This liane or shrub will cling to a support to reach higher light levels.Once there it develops its adult foliage and flowers. When propagated as an adult plant it forms a bushy shrub with oval leathery green leaves on stiff branchlets. Masses of golden-yellow flowers appear in summer to winter. Eyecatching! It will tolerate some frost, grows in sun or semi-shade. Will not thrive in dry soils.
Genus
Metrosideros
Species
fulgens
Cultivar
'Gold'
Common name
Rata, Aka
Family name
Myrtaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Cool roots / sunny top / Grows in sun or shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Enthusiast / Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.
Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.