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Metrosideros excelsus 'Variegata'

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Variegated New Zealand Xmas Tree

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Metrosideros excelsus 'Variegata' is an evergreen tree or large shrub. It grows to 30' or more. On young plants, leathery leaves are glossy green. Older trees have dark green leaves above, white and woolly beneath.Big clusters of dark red flowers cover branch ends from May through July.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Patio

 

Special Uses

Screen, Windbreak

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Going "green" in your garden could save you 50,000 gallons of water each year and cut your maintenance by 60%.