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White Rata Tree

Metrosideros perforata

Akatea, White Rata, White Climbing Rata

Metrosideros perforata, commonly known as White Rata or Akatea, is a NZ native climber that may reach upwards of 15 m if left untrimmed. If it has nothing to climb is becomes a bushy and compact shrub about 1 m tall and the same wide. The foliage comprises leathery, green leaves which becomes adorned with clusters of white or pink flowers in summer. Metrosideros perforata is often used as a climber and trained along a fence or trellis. It can also be contained as a shrub in a mixed planting or planted around outdoor living areas.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    1.00 m
  • Spread:
    1.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade
  • Garden uses:
    Arches, Borders, Hedging, Paths & Steps, Walls
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native

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