Metrosideros collina Springfire
Metrosideros (Pohutukawa) are spectacular flowering trees native to New Zealand, producing masses of vivid red or pink flowers. Salt-hardy, coastal-tough, and among the most impressive ornamental trees for seaside planting.
Specifier notes. Holds its own as a standalone feature where form and presence matter more than mass.
Site & establishment. Tolerates coastal exposure provided the planting hole drains and soil is not waterlogged. Salt tolerance is high enough for direct salt-laden wind exposure once established. Spectacular when in flower — worth specifying with that seasonal payoff in mind.
How we supply it. Flowering display adds seasonal interest beyond the structural role.
Cape Nursery production. All Cape Nursery stock is grown 7 km from the Pacific Ocean, hardened to coastal sun and wind from propagation rather than acclimatised at point of sale. Specimens leave us biosecurity-traceable, and root-checked. National delivery is available; collection from Ewingsdale is welcomed Mon–Thu 7:30am–4pm.