Metrosideros excelsa SEEDS

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Metrosideros excelsa seeds grow into the pōhutukawa — the New Zealand Christmas tree, one of the most iconic and beloved trees in the entire New Zealand flora, native to the subtro pical biome of the New Zealand North Island, where it grows along coastal headlands, sea cliffs and beaches, often with roots gripping the rock face above the spray zone. In December — midsummer in New Zealand — the entire crown of this large, spreading evergreen tree erupts in a spectacular display of vivid crimson flowers composed of masses of stamens, creating a blaze of red visible from far out to sea. Of profound cultural significance to the Māori — a famous ancient pōhutukawa at Cape Reinga, the northernmost tip of the North Island, is traditionally held to be where the spirits of the dead enter the underworld on their final journey. Family Myrtaceae.Full sun; tolerates salt spray, coastal winds and dry conditions; adaptable to a range of soils. One of the most salt-tolerant and wind-tolerant ornamental trees available for coastal gardens. Brilliant crimson flower display in December — 'New Zealand Christmas tree'; masses of red stamens Salt-spray tolerant; grows on sea cliffs and coastal headlands; gnarled spreading form New Zealand North Island — subtropical biome; one of NZ's most iconic endemic trees Sacred to Māori; Cape Reinga pōhutukawa is where spirits enter the underworld Full sun; salt-tolerant; wind-tolerant; adaptable coastal soils; Family Myrtaceae Metrosideros excelsa is the pohutukawa — one of the great trees of New Zealand's North Island coast, whose vivid crimson December flower display, gnarled coastal form and deep Māori spiritual significance make it one of the most beloved and culturally resonant native trees in the southern hemisphere. IMPORTANT: Pictures show the adult plant, which is not for sale. The offer is only for seeds. Show more