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Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Hoheria lyallii
Height: 4m;  Spread: 2.5m
Mt. Ribbonwood (Tree)
Semi-deciduous. This tree is very like H. glabrata but is found eastern side of the Southern Alps and therefore tolerates drier conditions.Prefers moist sites.
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Growing in Arthur's Pass NP.
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