{"id":100608,"date":"2026-09-07T17:24:18","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T16:24:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/produto\/uncategorized\/horto-collection-planter-kit-w-metrosideros\/"},"modified":"2026-09-07T18:03:35","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T17:03:35","slug":"horto-collection-planter-kit-w-metrosideros","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/plants\/outdoor-plants\/horto-collection-planter-kit-w-metrosideros\/","title":{"rendered":"Horto Collection planter kit with Metrosideros"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Due to weight and size, <strong>this item is exclusively available for \u201cIn-Store Pickup\u201d.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>This Kit includes 1 Horto Collection rectangular planter<\/strong>, designed and produced under the supervision of Horto do Campo Grande professionals. Manufactured using molds and built in fiberglass\u2014a material that is durable, lightweight for its size, and waterproof\u2014it features drainage holes at the base, making it suitable for outdoor environments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inside are 3 specimens of <em>Metrosideros excelsa<\/em>, properly planted to form a dense and highly decorative set.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Metrosideros excelsa is an evergreen tree that, when grown in a planter and subjected to regular pruning, can be easily maintained with a compact, shrub-like habit. It features interesting green foliage with whitish\/greyish undersides and stands out for its high resistance to wind, salinity, and coastal conditions. Once well-established, it also shows good tolerance to drought periods.<br \/>These characteristics make it particularly interesting for balconies, terraces, and sunny gardens, especially in locations exposed to wind or near the sea. In Portugal, it adapts especially well to mild climate regions and should be protected from heavy frosts, especially while young.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This set, delivered already planted and ready to place, is a practical solution for decorating outdoor spaces, delimiting different zones, or creating a small green barrier<\/strong>. Metrosideros tolerates pruning well and can be trained as a hedge, helping to create greater privacy and wind protection.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PLANTER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><br \/><strong>Approximate dimensions<\/strong>: 78 \u00d7 36 \u00d7 30cm<br \/><strong>Approximate height of the set, including plants<\/strong>: 80cm<br \/><strong>Material<\/strong>: Fiberglass<br \/><strong>Production<\/strong>: Manual, using molds<br \/><strong>Shape<\/strong>: Rectangular<br \/><strong>Color<\/strong>: White<br \/><strong>Painting<\/strong>: Epoxy paint, oven-painted and dried<br \/><strong>Finish<\/strong>: Smooth, Glossy<br \/><strong>Drainage<\/strong>: Holes in the base, suitable for outdoor use<\/p>\n<p><strong>PLANT CARE AND MAINTENANCE<br \/>Light<\/strong>: Prefers full sun, a condition that favors healthy, compact growth and good flowering. Tolerates some bright partial shade but is not suitable for permanently shady locations.<br \/><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Adapts well to the mild and sunny conditions of most of Portugal, including coastal environments. Tolerates heat, wind, and maritime exposure, but should be protected from heavy frosts, especially while young and when grown in a planter, where roots are more exposed to temperature fluctuations.<br \/><strong>Watering<\/strong>: Maintain regular watering during the plants&#8217; establishment period. Once well-established, Metrosideros shows good tolerance to drought periods. Because it is grown in a planter, it will always require more frequent watering than a plant installed directly in the ground, particularly during the hotter and drier months of the Portuguese summer. Allow the top layer of substrate to dry slightly between waterings and avoid waterlogging.<br \/><strong>Soil\/Substrate<\/strong>: Adapts to different soil types and tolerates relatively poor conditions, but develops best in a well-drained substrate. In this Kit, the plants are supplied already properly planted in the planter.<br \/><strong>Fertilization<\/strong>: Apply a fertilizer suitable for outdoor plants during spring and summer, following the dosage and frequency indicated by the manufacturer. For plants grown permanently in planters, fertilization helps replenish nutrients available in the limited volume of substrate.<br \/><strong>Pruning\/Maintenance<\/strong>: Tolerates pruning well and can be trimmed to control size and maintain a compact habit or form a small hedge. It is recommended to perform formative pruning preferably after flowering. Very frequent pruning or pruning at the wrong time can eliminate branches that would produce flowers.<br \/><strong>Flowering<\/strong>: Produces showy flowers formed by numerous stamens, usually intense red, which contrast with the grey-green foliage. The exact timing may vary depending on the climate, age of the plants, and growing conditions. The species naturally flowers during summer in its habitat of origin (New Zealand).<br \/><strong>Pet Friendly<\/strong>: There are no consistent references indicating significant toxicity of this plant for dogs and cats. Even so, it\u2019s recommended to avoid pets ingesting ornamental plants, as eating plant material can cause gastrointestinal discomfort in more sensitive animals.<\/p>\n<p>WARNING!<br \/>&#8211; Due to weight and size, <strong>this item is exclusively available for \u201cIn-Store Pickup\u201d.<\/strong><br \/>&#8211; Representative photo \u2013 the image shown is of a specimen (Kit) in stock at the time the product was added to the online catalog, and is therefore a reference. As these are natural plants, each specimen is unique and may show slight differences in size, density, and number of leaves and branches. The planter with plants supplied will be similar to the photo; however, depending on the vegetative cycle phase the plants are in, the set may vary in shape, appearance, or size.<br \/>&#8211; The indicated approximate height refers to the complete set and includes the Horto Collection planter shown in the photograph.<br \/>&#8211; Colors in the photograph may show slight variations depending on the screen settings used for viewing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Due to weight and size, this item is exclusively available for \u201cIn-Store Pickup\u201d. This Kit includes 1 Horto Collection rectangular planter, designed and produced under the supervision of Horto do Campo Grande professionals. 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