Podocarpus
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Podocarpus is a characteristic tree of the Antarctic flora, which originated in the cool, moist climate of southern Gondwana, and elements of the flora survive in the humid temperate regions of the former supercontinent. As the continents drifted north and became drier and hotter, Podocarps and other members of the Antarctic flora generally retreated to humid regions, especially in Australia and New Zealand.
The Podocarpus species that we stock prefer a well-drained soil in a sunny position, with some protection from cold winds. They need moisture whilst young but once established they will tolerate dry periods. Podocarpus totara, the most widely grown species in New Zealand is a long-lived, slow growing tree that has a dense, rounded crown, giant trunk and grows to 8 – 10m under cultivation. Podocarpus henkelii is a South African beauty which is highly prized for its exquisite 'yellow wood'.
The name is synonymous with strength and durability due to the fact that it can reach a great age and size - in the forest setting it can reach 30m. The Golden Totara (Podocarpus aurea) is a smaller, slower growing tree, very well suited to hedging, which has leaves that become a lovely golden yellow as they age.
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Native. Grows into a handsom pyramidal shaped tree. This Totara is a striking deep green leaf form of the common green totara but with a slightly wider leaf. Excellent as a specimenh tree or for hedging. Plant is well drained soil, tolerates drought. Hardy Evergreen.
Podocarpus Ardmore Green
Current Stock Height: 70/90 cm ?
Container: pb28 ?
$99.99
aka South African Totara
This is a very special tree that hails from South Africa and is in the same family as our much loved Totara. The dark evergreen foliage is quite unique in appearance and has an attractive drooping, curving habit. Very tolerant and easy to grow but matures slowly. Very handsome specimen tree.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 7m x 4m
Podocarpus Henkelii
Current Stock Height: 100110 cm
Container: Hessian ?
$69.99
aka Totara
A very attractive form of our native Totara with blue-grey needles of foliage and attractive bark. Good as a specimen in the landscape or can be trimmed to form a dense hedge. Worthy of planting and very hardy and easy to grow. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 6m x 4m
Podocarpus T Matapouri Blue
Current Stock Height: 20/45 cm ?
Container: 1.5l ?
$19.99
aka Mountain Totara
Native. A trouble free, easy care shrub that will grow almost anywhere. The drooping, arching branches have rigid, leathery foliage in shades of yellow-green. The tips of the branches will often root where they touch the ground therefore spreading on and stabilizing difficult sites. Evergreen.
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 50cm x 100cm
Podocarpus Nivalis
Current Stock Height: 25/35 cm ?
Container: 2.5l ?
WAS $34.99
NOW $16.99
aka Totara
Whilst this evergreen native tree will eventually reach 30m it won't happen in your life time as it is very slow growing. A highly valued native with a special place in Maori history. Dense, bronze green, stiff narrow leaves adorn a handsome pyramidal tree. Estimated height after 10 years.
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 6m x 4m
Podocarpus Totara
Current Stock Height: 250/270 cm ?
Container: Hessian ?
$69.99
Podocarpus Totara
Current Stock Height: 140/150 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$59.99
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