Metrosideros excelsus
New Zealand Christmas Tree
Family: Myrtaceae Myrtle
| Type | Tree, shrub |
| USDA Hardiness range | 9A - 10B |
| Exposure | Partial shade to full sun |
| Bloom color | Red |
| Bloom time | Summer |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Height | 30' to 50' / 9.20m to 15.20m |
| Spread | 25' to 30' / 7.60m to 9.20m |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Persistence | Evergreen |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | Tan |
| Soil pH requirements | Neutral, slightly alkaline |
| Soil type | Sandy |
| Form | Upright or erect |