Tag Archives: Pohutukawa

Pohutukawa May Have Roots in Australia

Pohutukawa May Have Roots in Australia

The pohutukawa, a species of myrtle that erupts with fiery crimson flowers during warm weather, is one of New Zealand’s most iconic trees. The tree also has sacred significance to the indigenous Maori culture….

Pohutukawa, Paua and Recycled Bottles Kiwiana Floristry Arrangement

Pohutukawa, Paua and Recycled Bottles Kiwiana Floristry Arrangement

Learn how to make a pohutukawa, paua and recycled bottle Kiwiana floristry arrangement by Astar on her YouTube Astar’s Place. Perfect gift for those homesick Kiwi’s overseas.

Natives Thrive in California

Natives Thrive in California

New Zealand native plants and trees are thriving in San Francisco with both the San Francisco and University of California botanical gardens boasting impressive specimens of rimu, kauri and others. “One has even become…

Pohutukawa Brouhaha

Pohutukawa Brouhaha

“New Zealand Christmas tree” defended by Cape Town fans.

Flower Power

Flower Power

Does a pohutukawa in bloom signal a marriage, heat or no Father Christmas?