Overview
Dacrydium pectinatus is a plant with a tree habit in the genus Dacrydium, part of the Podocarpaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dacrydium pectinatus 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 pectinatus is an evergreen tree belonging to the genus Dacrydium in the family Podocarpaceae. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south- or west-facing position. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable as a specimen tree or for woodland gardens. Best planted in well-drained soil, it requires watering during establishment. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and propagation can be achieved through seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
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 pectinatus size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree, Woodland garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dacrydium pectinatus
- 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 pectinatus?
Dacrydium pectinatus prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dacrydium pectinatus need?
Dacrydium pectinatus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dacrydium pectinatus hardy in the UK?
Dacrydium pectinatus 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 pectinatus?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Dacrydium genus
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