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Metrosideros perforata
This liane when grown from seed 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 low growing spreading shrub with small shiny green leaves on stiff branchlets. Masses of white flowers appear in spring. It needs a site sheltered from frost, in sun or semi-shade. Will not thrive in dry soils. Will cascade over rocks or walls. Coastal to lowland forest and margins.
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Genus
Metrosideros
Species
perforata
Cultivar
Common name
Small white Rata
Family name
Myrtaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
4 m
Width
1 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
Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Cool roots / sunny top / Grows in sun or shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Indigenous / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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