Metrosideros excelsa Vibrance is a hardy trunked shrub or small tree that forms glossy grey-green foliage. During summer, Metrosideros excelsa Vibrance blooms spectacular crimson pincushion flowers that are made up of fluffy stamens. Metrosideros excelsa Vibrance is ideal for hedging or screening as the foliage is incredibly dense. Metrosideros excelsa Vibrance will thrive in a sunny position with moist well drained soils. Once established this variety will tolerate coastal conditions. Metrosideros excelsa Vibrance is relatively low maintenance. Water well until established and throughout hot, drier periods. Prune as desired to encourage compact growth. Protect from frosts. Feed with a long term fertiliser in late winter after frosts have cleared. Metrosideros excelsa Vibrance can grow to a height of 6 metres and a width of 5 metres.
 
Common Name
New Zealand Christmas Tree, Potutukawa
Plant Type
Evergreen / Hedge / Outdoor / Perennial / Tree / Waterwise
Dimensions
6m high x 5m wide
Sunlight
Full Sun
Evergreen
Yes
Flower Colour
Red
Foliage Colour
Green
Flowering Season
Summer
Botanical Genus
Metrosideros
Botanical Species
excelsa
Flower Type
Terminal Clusters
Foliage Type
Elliptic - Oval-shaped, Small Or No Point