Metrosideros Cream Ridge 5 L Pot
AU$28.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$2.55
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Product Details
Metrosideros ‘Cream Ridge’
Common name: Cream Ridge New Zealand Christmas Bush
Botanical name: Metrosideros ‘Cream Ridge’
Main Features
- Attractive evergreen ornamental shrub with dense foliage.
- New growth can have attractive cream, pink and green tones, creating a variegated appearance.
- Produces attractive red to crimson bottlebrush-like flowers when mature.
- Hardy and adaptable, making it suitable for Australian gardens.
- Excellent choice for coastal and contemporary landscapes.
- Can be maintained as a compact shrub with regular pruning.
Mature Size
- Height: approximately 2–3 m
- Width: approximately 1.5–2 m
- Size can vary depending on soil, climate and pruning.
Care in Perth
- Position: Full sun to part shade. Morning sun with some protection from harsh afternoon heat can be beneficial in very hot locations.
- Soil: Well-drained soil is essential.
- Watering: Water regularly while establishing. Once established, it is reasonably drought tolerant, but deep watering during Perth’s hot, dry summers will help maintain healthy foliage.
- Fertiliser: Apply a controlled-release fertiliser suitable for Australian natives in spring.
- Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering or during the growing season to maintain a dense, attractive shape.
- Mulching: Use organic mulch to conserve moisture, keeping it away from the trunk.
- Pot growing: Suitable for large containers with a quality, free-draining potting mix.
Landscaping Importance
Metrosideros ‘Cream Ridge’ is ideal for:
- Feature planting
- Screening and informal hedging
- Coastal gardens
- Modern landscapes
- Courtyards and large containers
- Native and low-maintenance gardens
- Commercial landscaping
Its evergreen foliage, colourful new growth and attractive flowers provide year-round structure and seasonal interest.
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Metrosideros Cream Ridge 5 L Pot
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