The Metrosideros Excelsus is a coastal evergreen tree famous for its vibrant displays of brush-like crimson flowers. It features thick, leathery grey-green leaves and develops a wide, spreading canopy.
💧 Water: Low to medium. Water deeply during dry spells but allow the soil to dry out well between waterings.
☀️ Light: High. Requires full sun to thrive and produce its signature bright red blossoms.
🌡️ Temperature: Warm. Prefers mild coastal climates between 10C and 25C and has very little tolerance for hard frost.
⚠️ Caution: Safe. This tree is non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats
The Metrosideros Excelsus is a coastal evergreen tree famous for its vibrant displays of brush-like crimson flowers. It features thick, leathery grey-green leaves and develops a wide, spreading canopy.
💧 Water: Low to medium. Water deeply during dry spells but allow the soil to dry out well between waterings.
☀️ Light: High. Requires full sun to thrive and produce its signature bright red blossoms.
🌡️ Temperature: Warm. Prefers mild coastal climates between 10C and 25C and has very little tolerance for hard frost.
⚠️ Caution: Safe. This tree is non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats