Metrosideros vitiencensis Fiji


Description:
A large evergreen shrub to 3m high, which is indigenous to the Pacific area. A must for all gardens, this hardy plant features dark green foliage with striking deep burgundy new growth. Small red flowers appear at times in spring and summer.
Key Features:
Deep burgandy new growth
Cultural:
Prefer full sun or partly shaded position in well drained soil, will tolerate coastal conditions. Frost protection would be beneficial for young plants. For best results feed with a long term slow release fertiliser in late winter after frosts have cleared, and prune lightly to promote burgundy new growth.
Plant Landscape:
Great feature plant, responds well to clipping. Ideal for a privacy hedge
- Growth Rate: Moderate to slow
- Max Height: 300 cm
- Size: 3m x 2.5m
- Position: Sunny, part shade







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