Overview
Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) is a bushy, upright, rounded, dense, low-growing, arching conifers in the genus Podocarpus, part of the Podocarpaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include low maintenance.
About
Podocarpus macrophyllus, known as large-leaved podocarp, is an evergreen cultivar within the Podocarpus genus, which includes both shrubs and trees with typically two-ranked, linear or narrowly lanceolate leaves. This cultivar exhibits a bushy, upright, and dense habit, thriving in fertile, well-drained soils under full sun or partial shade. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and prefers sheltered positions with moist but well-drained soil. Podocarpus macrophyllus is suitable for low-maintenance gardens and is notable during spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Podocarpus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Upright, Rounded, Dense, Low-growing, Arching
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Podocarpus macrophyllus (m)
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Podocarpus macrophyllus (m)?
Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) need?
Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) hardy in the UK?
Podocarpus macrophyllus (m) 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 Podocarpus macrophyllus (m)?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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- Podocarpus neriifoliusoleander podocarp
- Podocarpus parlatorei
- Podocarpus polystachyus
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