Metrosideros robusta

Name: Metrosideros robusta
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10359o
Price: 312.8 NZD
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Northern Rata, Northern Rata Tree

Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as Northern Rata, is a NZ native tree grown for its flowers and foliage. New growth is often pink and finely covered with rust-coloured hairs but quickly ages to become dark green. The foliage is adorned with masses of bright red flowers in summer as it grows to 15 m tall 6 m wide. Metrosideros robusta will tolerate shade, moderate frost, cool climates, and a range of soil conditions, barring extreme wet. Northern Rata is commonly included in a mixed planting or in revegetation programs.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	20.00 m
Spread:	6.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Shade, Wind
Garden uses:	Screening
Garden styles:	Coastal, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Northern Rata, Northern Rata Tree

Metrosideros robusta Details

Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as Northern Rata, is a NZ native tree grown for its flowers and foliage. New growth is often pink and finely covered with rust-coloured hairs but quickly ages to become dark green. The foliage is adorned with masses of bright red flowers in summer. This evergreen grows with an open and spreading habit to about 15 m tall 6 m wide, preferring a full sun or partial shade position on a well-drained site. Metrosideros robusta will tolerate shade, moderate frost, cool climates, and a range of soil conditions, barring extreme wet. Northern Rata is commonly included in a mixed planting or in revegetation programs.