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Metrosideros ‘Little Ollie’ - Metrosideros collina hybrid - Tube is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Metrosideros ‘Little Ollie’ is a compact, easy-care New Zealand Christmas Bush known for its glossy evergreen foliage and vibrant red flowers that attract birds. Its naturally neat form and toughness make it perfect for small gardens, coastal sites, and low-maintenance landscaping.
✔ Compact growth habit – Stays small and rounded, ideal for limited spaces.
✔ Striking red flowers – Produces bright brush-like blooms that add festive colour.
✔ Evergreen and tidy – Glossy foliage provides year-round structure and appeal.
✔ Coastal tolerant – Handles wind, salt spray, and sandy soils effortlessly.
✔ Low-maintenance native shrub – Hardy, adaptable, and suited to warm Australian climates.
✅ Small hedges or borders – Perfect for low screening or a tidy, formal edge.
✅ Feature shrub for small spaces – Works beautifully in courtyards or compact gardens.
✅ Coastal garden plantings – Excellent resilience in seaside conditions.
✅ Containers and large pots – Ideal for patio displays thanks to its manageable size.
Spacing: Plant 60 to 80cm apart for borders or hedging. Planting more closely will create a denser, faster-forming screen.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed; this plant thrives naturally in low-maintenance settings.
How tall does Metrosideros ‘Little Ollie’ grow?
It usually reaches around 1–1.5m tall with a naturally rounded, compact form.
Does it flower heavily?
Yes, it produces vibrant red blooms, especially during spring and early summer.
Is it suitable for coastal gardens?
Absolutely, it thrives in windy, salty, and sandy environments.
Does it need much water?
Once established, it requires minimal watering and performs well in dry conditions.
Can it grow in pots long-term?
Yes, its compact size and slow growth make it an excellent container plant.
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