About
A handsome tree, reaching 3-10m, with a spreading crown. It bears ornamental features. 'Shine a Light' 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, borders
Care notes
CultivationFertile well-drained soil, sun/part shade
PruningPrune when young, remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible