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Podocarpus totara.
A large tree with thick, furrowed bark. Matures to a handsome round headed specimen. The leaves are dull brownish green or dark green. Prefers soils with good moisture. Very hardy. Occurs naturally throught New Zealand, common in lowland, montane and lower subalpine forests. The fruit provides food for native birds. Suitable to use as a hedging plant.
Genus
Podocarpus
Species
totara.
Cultivar
Common name
Totara
Family name
Podocarpaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
12 m
Width
5 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates exposed sites. / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment
Trees
Category
Large over 18 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 6.5 container.
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