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Podocarpus matudae

Also Known As

  • Podocarpus matudae var. reichii

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 12'-20'
  • W: 6'-13'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Podocarpus matudae plant details

Podocarpus matudae is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Podocarpus matudae

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: podocarpaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 13 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: cascading, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Podocarpus matudae

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From 5200 ft in the Sierra Madre Orientale cloud forest, our collection of this lovely and rare Mexican podocarp, one of the most beautiful hardy conifers for tropical effect. To 20 ft tall or so with weeping branches and a graceful form -- a large textured presence in the garden. Damp soil and dappled shade is best with protection from drying winds. Has tolerated temperatures below 10 °F, upper USDA zone 7, so far.

Gardening facts about Podocarpus matudae plant

How to Grow Podocarpus matudae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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