About
Phyllocladus hypophyllus is an evergreen coniferous tree producing the characteristic flattened, celery-like phylloclades and pinkish-red cones of the genus. An ornamental conifer for a sheltered, sunny garden.
About the genus
Phyllocladus, the celery pines, are a small genus of evergreen conifer trees or shrubs from New Zealand, Tasmania and the southern hemisphere with two types of leaf � scale-like and flattened, celery-like phylloclades � and pinkish-red cones in early spring.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.