About
A tall, elegant evergreen tree reaching approximately 20m. It has long narrow, lime green leaves which hang or weep attractively.
About the genus
Podocarpus can be evergreen shrubs or trees, with spirally arranged, but usually 2-ranked, leaves which may be linear or narrowly lanceolate; plum-shaped fleshy fruits are produced only where male and female trees grow together
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeTrees, Conifers
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spreadwider than 8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Native toC America
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a sheltered spot with some shade, in milder areas of the country. For more information see tree cultivation
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate from seed (tree/shrub, or from semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free