Metrosideros carminea Ferris Wheel
Metrosideros carminea Ferris Wheel
Metrosideros carmineus Ferris Wheel
Crimson rata Vine
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Description
Metrosideros carminea 'Ferris Wheel' is derived from an unusual climbing bush from New Zealand called Scarlet Myrtle or Climbing Rata. 'Ferris Wheel' is characterised by a compact growth habit, dark and glossy foliage, and particularly generous flowering. Its vegetation forms a small bushy mass covered with scarlet pompoms in spring. This less hardy selection is perfectly suited for container cultivation, allowing it to be overwintered like a citrus plant. A delightful subject to place on an exotic patio, it will thrive in the ground in the most sheltered gardens.
Metrosideros carminea 'Ferris Wheel' was introduced to the New Zealand horticultural market around 1978. It was obtained by propagating a branch from a typical Metrosideros carminea which had a particular appearance. The botanical species is an endemic forest liana found along the coasts and plains of the North Island in New Zealand, with a hardiness that does not exceed -5°C (23°F) once fully grown. All these plants belong to the Myrtaceae family, like myrtles, Eucalyptus, and Callistemon. The genus name, Metrosideros, comes from the Greek "metra", meaning the heart of a tree, and "sideros", meaning iron, alluding to the hardness of the wood of these bushes. Its vernacular name of New Zealand Christmas Tree originates from its flowering period, which occurs around Christmas time in its country of origin.
In the ground, 'Ferris Wheel' has a more bushy and prostrate habit rather than creeping, forming a somewhat scruffy mass 90cm (35in) in height and 1.2m (4ft) in spread. When grown in pots, its dimensions are reduced. Its foliage is naturally very dense and its growth rather slow. The branches are reddish when young. They bear small entire, ovate, leathery, pointed leaves that are dark green and shiny, lighter and furry on the underside. They measure about 2.5cm (1in) long by 1.5cm (1in) wide. Flowering begins in April-May, depending on the climate, and can continue until August. Numerous clusters of flowers composed of a multitude of long carmine red stamens appear on the branches, forming a sort of short pompom or brush. They are very nectar-rich and attract certain birds and many pollinating insects. The seeds, when formed, take one year to mature.
'Ferris Wheel' is a beautiful small bush, to be planted in a seaside garden, or to be grown as a conservatory plant in cold climates where it will live for many years. In a greenhouse or conservatory, it will create an extremely decorative quartet with a Leucadendron, a Tibouchina, or a mimosa, evoking landscapes with exotic charm. In mild climates, it can be used as a standalone specimen or in mass plantings, for example, alongside a creeping ceanothus or a small Leptospermum.
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Botanical data
Metrosideros
carmineus
Ferris Wheel
Myrtaceae
Crimson rata Vine
Oceania
Planting and care
It will thrive in light, preferably slightly acidic and not too poor, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. It appreciates sunny exposures but can tolerate partial shade. Not very hardy (-5°C (23°F) at the lowest), this plant is mainly grown in pots like a citrus plant outside the most sheltered gardens on the coast. It should be brought out in May and taken back indoors for the winter in a frost-free conservatory or greenhouse, but one that is not heated much. To shape it, you can prune the stems in autumn or after flowering to remove any annoying or unsightly branches and remove dead wood.
Cultivation in pots:
Ensure good drainage at the bottom of a large pot (a layer of gravel or pieces of pottery). Use a light substrate, enriched with river sand, ericaceous soil, and leaf compost, and add a little slow-release fertiliser in spring. Water very regularly in summer with preferably non-calcareous water (rainwater). Mist the foliage during very hot weather. In winter, reduce watering and let the substrate dry out a little between waterings. Repot once a year, in spring.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.