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Meryta
Meryta, the genus most gardeners know as puka. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Meryta varieties
Species of Meryta
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Meryta in Sow
Save the Meryta you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Meryta questions
How many types of Meryta are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Meryta varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Meryta grow in?
Across its varieties, Meryta covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Meryta bloom?
Most Meryta varieties bloom in fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Meryta should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.