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― Podocarpus Macrophyllus

(Podocarpus macrophyllus "Maki")
Full Sun to Shade
 

A very tough, adaptable bushy upright  columnar shaped ornamental evergreen that thrives in adverse conditions with short narrow dark green needles held densely along the stem. Ideal for formal hedges, privacy screens, narrow spaces in foundation planting, accenting or framing your entryway. Not to mention for topiary forms like tight columns, and narrow pyramid among others. Specifications below. Shop the Podocarpus Macrophyllus for sale. Buy direct from a small family owned South Carolina grower. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Specifications

Item

Description

Other Names Maki Japanese Yew, Maki Yew Pine, Southern Yew, Yew Podocarpus, Chinese Podocarpus, Buddhist Pine, Shrubby Yew, and Upright Podocarpus.
Special Features Very low maintenance. Disease, heat, deer, heat, humidity, drought, dry soil, heavy shade, and insect resistant.
Category Shrub
Hardiness Zones 7-11  See Hardiness Zone Map below.
Growth Rate Slow to Moderate
Sun Full Sun to Shade
Height 8-12Ft.
Width

3-5Ft.
Planting-General Likes sand, loam, silt and clay (amended to ensure good drainage) soil. Moist but well drained. Soil pH range 4.5 to 7.5. Very acidic to slightly alkaline.
Planting-Spacing Plant 2-3 Feet apart for solid hedge, 5-6 Feet plus for space between shrubs.
Watering Average, low once established. Can add Root Stimulation which helps early root development and strengths roots, as well as, reduces plant shock when planting.
Fertilizing Feed in spring before new growth begins with slow release fertilize for shrubs & trees. 
Pruning Only needed to shape as desired.
Deer Deer do not favor their taste. If in a high deer area, spray every 3 to 6 months with deer repellent.
Flowers

N/A

USDA Hardiness Zone Map

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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