Roadside oddity
Te Waha o Rerekohu pohutukawa
Te Araroa, Gisborne
A giant pohutukawa said to be among the oldest and largest in the country.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 20 min
This enormous pohutukawa stands in the grounds of the school in Te Araroa and is widely described as one of the oldest and largest in New Zealand. Its trunk splits into huge limbs that almost form a grove of their own. It flowers red around December, which is the best time to see it.
Good to know
- It sits in school grounds, so be respectful and visit outside lesson time
- Flowers around December
- Best time
- December when it is in flower
- Getting there
- Sealed road, short walk
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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