Botanical Name: Podocarpus henkelii
Common Name: Long-leafed yellow-wood Type of Plant: Conifer: Shrub/ Sm. Tree Habit of Growth: Overall Shape erect, ascending branch structure forming a columnar shape. Younger trees tend to be quite full from the ground up. Height to 12’ Spread 4’ to 6’ Growth Rate Slow to Moderate Environment: Exposure Outdoor full sun to part shade. Soil tolerates most soils; good drainage is essential. Hardiness Zones 8, 9, 14-24 Morphology: Leaves modified needle; linear, 5” to 7” long, 1/3” wide; typically bright green. Flowers dioecious: staminate male “flower” catkins to about 1” long, pistillate female “flowers” are oval to 1/2” long. Fruit drupe-like; 3/8” in diameter, glaucous, green; poisonous Propagation: seed, semi-hardwood cuttings, hardwood cuttings Usage: good in drought tolerant landscapes, on slopes, as a small patio tree, hedges, screens, and narrow planters; good in formal to informal landscapes. Landscape Care: Watering once established, requires only occasional, deep soakings to maintain optimum appearance. Fertilizing balanced in spring; correct for chlorosis. Pruning Prune or shear to maintain columnar shape or hedge; hand pruning is best Pests/Diseases scale, mealybugs, aphids Special Conditions/Other Origin: Southern Africa Family: Podocarpaceae Notes: |
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