Pōhutukawa common (Metrosideros excelsa)

Metrosideros excelsa – NZ Pōhutukawa
Iconic. Coastal. Evergreen.

Overview

Metrosideros excelsa, New Zealand’s iconic Pōhutukawa, is a large evergreen tree renowned for its brilliant crimson flowers in early summer. Tough, salt-tolerant, and long-lived, it thrives in coastal conditions and creates a stunning feature in medium-to-large gardens.

Key Features

• Vibrant Red Flowers: Spectacular summer display beloved by birds and pollinators.

• Evergreen Native: Glossy foliage provides structure year-round.

• Large, Spreading Habit: Excellent shade and shelter once mature.

• Coastal Toughness: Thrives in wind, salt spray, and sandy soils.

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun for best flowering and shape.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates sandy and poor soils when established.

• Watering: Regular while young; drought-tolerant later.

• Climate: Performs best in mild and coastal NZ regions; shelter young plants from frost.

Ideal Uses

• Feature tree in lawns or coastal landscapes

• Shelter and shade planting

• Native garden design

• Bird-friendly corridors

Why Choose PlantSource?

We supply healthy, well-rooted stock grown for New Zealand conditions. With the right care, your Pōhutukawa will become a long-term feature and seasonal highlight.

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Bring classic coastal beauty and vibrant summer colour to your garden with Metrosideros excelsa. Shop online with PlantSource New Zealand today.