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Plagianthus regius
The largest of New Zealand's deciduous trees. Narrow densely branched habit when young, growing to a tall spreading tree. Soft green leaves with toothed margins. Masses of creamy to lime green flowers in spring make a fabulous show. Found naturally in lowland forests. Grows in most soils but best in good soil that does not get too dry.
Genus
Plagianthus
Species
regius
Cultivar
Common name
Ribbonwood, manatu
Family name
Malvaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
6 m
Width
3 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Indigenous / Magnificent / Texture
Trees
Category
Medium 10 to 18 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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