Knightia excelsa - Rewarewa ('NZ Honeysuckle') Container Type:1 ltr after 10-20 years

after 10-20 years

It will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 2m

Suitable for the coast if sheltered from very strong winds

Light green wavy-edge oval leaves have a pale central vein

with masses of twigs and very small leaves

Knightia excelsa - Rewarewa ('NZ Honeysuckle') Container Type:1 ltr after 10-20 yearsCommon to low elevation and valley forests in North Island and northern South Island. Will grow to 30m tall with a slender crown. Prefers a sunny or partially shady position in any well drained soil. Suitable for the coast if sheltered from very strong winds. Tolerant of dry conditions when established but avoid permanently wet soils. Flowers are rich in nectar and attractive to birds. Long narrow leaves are leathery, olive green with toothed margins.