Overview
Dacrydium araucarioides is a plant with a tree habit in the genus Dacrydium, part of the Podocarpaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dacrydium araucarioides grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen tree and woodland garden.
About
Dacrydium araucarioides, commonly known as candelabra rimu, is an evergreen tree belonging to the Podocarpaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring south- or west-facing, sheltered positions with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this tree is well suited as a specimen or for woodland gardens. It is best planted in a well-drained site and requires watering during establishment. Interest in this tree is particularly noted during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dacrydium
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Dacrydium araucarioides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree, Woodland garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dacrydium araucarioides
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dacrydium araucarioides?
Dacrydium araucarioides prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dacrydium araucarioides need?
Dacrydium araucarioides grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dacrydium araucarioides hardy in the UK?
Dacrydium araucarioides has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Dacrydium araucarioides?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
