About
A handsome tree, reaching 4-8m, with a rounded head of healthy foliage. It displays attractive flowers or foliage in yellow. 'Gold Star' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Sciadopitys is an evergreen tree with fibrous red-brown bark and leathery, glossy, linear leaves in whorls
Plant details
Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
PruningPrune to shape when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationFrom seed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus and canker possible