Metrosideros collina (MB01) ‘Velvet Sky™’
Metrosideros collina (MB01) ‘Velvet Sky™’
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Metrosideros collina ‘Velvet Sky™’ is a highly ornamental evergreen shrub celebrated for its extraordinary inky blue stems and rich blue-velvet foliage. The foliage appears almost artificially tinted, creating a bold, contemporary colour contrast that makes this plant a true statement feature in any landscape.
Its dense, compact growth habit makes it particularly well-suited for hedging, screening, or standout specimen planting. In addition to its dramatic foliage, Velvet Sky™ produces vibrant red staminate flowers that contrast strikingly against the cool blue tones of the leaves, adding seasonal brilliance.
Best colour intensity is achieved when grown in light shade with well-maintained soil conditions.

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Mature height
2 to 4m
Mature width
1 to 3m
Spacing
0.5 to 2m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Inky blue stems, blue velvet foliage, and bright red flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Seasonal (typically spring to summer depending on climate)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to light shade (light shade enhances blue colouring)
Maintenance
Low to moderate, prune once yearly for formal hedging if desired
Root System
Moderate, adaptable root system suited to hedges, screens, and coastal plantings