About
This evergreen tree, usually to around 6m high in UK conditions, though may be up to 12m. Peeling, reddish-brown bark and yew-like foliage, with narrow, pointed leaves that are bright yellow-green in full sun.
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
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Trees
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height8-12 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, Coastal
Care notes
CultivationTolerates a range of conditions, but prefers humus-rich, moist but well drained soil, in a sunny, sheltered position
PruningNo pruning required, though may be trimmed as a hedge
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free