Metrosideros excelsa | New Zealand Christmas Tree | 20 Seeds

Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as the Pohutukawa or New Zealand Christmas Tree, is a spectacular evergreen tree native to New Zealand's coastal regions. This iconic tree is renowned for its picturesque and ornamental qualities, boasting vibrant, crimson-red, or sometimes orange-scarlet flowers that blanket its branches during the Southern Hemisphere's summer months, giving it the nickname "Christmas Tree." The glossy, dark green leaves provide an elegant backdrop to this stunning floral display. Pohutukawa trees have a distinctive, gnarled trunk and a spreading canopy, providing excellent shade and a picturesque silhouette. They thrive in coastal environments, where they withstand harsh winds and salt spray. Pohutukawa trees hold cultural significance in New Zealand and are a cherished part of the country's natural heritage, symbolizing strength and resilience.  Zones 9-11 Germination Germinating Metrosideros excelsa seeds can be accomplished through these steps: Fill a seed tray