Question From:
Arthur McColl in Silver Sands, Mandurah Western Australia
Nature of problem:
Hi, I value the natural bird life of my region, and work on attracting them with flowering species. I have some sub species of New Zealand Christmas Trees that never flower,…….. and some that flower year round. Can you please name the sub species that flowers year round so that I can buy more. Genus: Metrosideros Species ‘?? Common Name: ‘NZ Christmas Tree’ Yours sincerely Arthur McColl.
Type of Plant (if known):
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Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
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Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
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How often do you water the plant:
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How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
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How long since you planted it:
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Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
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Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
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Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
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What other treatments have you given the plant:
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Other Comments:
Hi,
I value the natural bird life of my region, and work on attracting them with flowering species.
I have some sub species of New Zealand Christmas Trees that never flower,…….. and some that flower year round.
Can you please name the sub species that flowers year round so that I can buy more.
Genus: Metrosideros
Species ‘??
Common Name: ‘NZ Christmas Tree’
Yours sincerely
Arthur McColl
Answer:
Hi Arthur, You are doing great work in looking after the indigenous birds. Well done! But I notice you are one of those NA people: you don’t bother to answer the bloody questions so that I can help you! I need photos and details soil types, fertiliser regimes and watering details etc. No Xmas bush is a never flowering variety. Non-flowering is caused by operator error. IE you. Please re-send your question with details and photos – especially of the plant that isn’t flowering as I do want to help you and the local birds. Don
