This iconic tree once covered much of the north of New Zealand. If you live there, try growing some!
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Description
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Seed Collection
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Germination
Press the fruits or seeds into a firm flat bed of seed raising mix and only lightly cover with either more mix or fine pumice. Seed sown in late summer generally germinates the following spring.
Growing On
Prick out the seedlings when they have about four real leaves. Place into a small pot, bag or tube with a potting mix that contains compost. A PB3/4 bag is a good choice.
As the seedling grows, transfer to a larger pots or bag. A PB3 bag is a good choice.
Planting
Thrives in rich soil that is moist, yet free draining – dislikes wet feet. Plant in full sun to part shade. Frost tender when young.
Young trees can be frost tender and should not be planted outside their natural range.
Puriri seedlings are shade-tolerant, so the species is capable of regenerating beneath existing tall forest (in the wild), and other shaded places.
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I wonder whether it is safe to propagate kauri?