New Zealand ‘Christmas tree’. Erect freely branching tree. Oblong semi glossy leaves are white felted underneath. Small trumpet shaped flowers are covered in red stamens in early summer. Very good for salt laden winds. Grow in well-drained neutral to acid soil in full sun. Able to stand a few degrees of frost when established. Height 3 to 8m with a spread of 2 to 5m. One of the best flowering plants for the conservatory.