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Metrosideros bartlettii
Tall upright tree. It will also grow in open sunny ground, though may not reach the same heights. It has dark green oval leaves on erect branches. Dense clusters of white flowers appear in summer. Occurs naturally in the northern part of the North Island, only found in 1977. Protect from frost when young. Prefers good soil, but will grow in most soils. Avoid very dry sites.
Genus
Metrosideros
Species
bartlettii
Cultivar
Common name
Rata
Family name
Myrtaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
10 m
Width
6 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate light frost only
Enthusiast / Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary
Trees
Category
Large over 18 metres.
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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