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Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki

Also Known As

  • Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Maki'
  • Shrubby Japanese Yew

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 8'-30'
  • W: 3'-12'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki plant details

Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki is an evergreen conifer tree. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: podocarpaceae
Mature size: 3 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: hedge, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fantastic 8-20' shrub yew is smaller and slower-growing than the species. It has lovely upright branching, thicker deep-green needles and a denser overall habit. The long, thin, strap-like needles add lovely texture to the garden. With its very neat appearance it is perfect for either formal or Japanese gardens. This shrub makes a great container plant which can also be used indoors. Very deer resistant, the foliage and red berries of this plant are mildly poisonous. S/M
Buddhist Pine, Shrubby Yew Pine, a slow growing dome shaped evergreen with long narrow glossy green leaves. Mature height is 8-10' with width of 3-4'. May be trimed and pruned to shapes or hedge. Hardy to zone 7, great for outside plantings in south, used as bonsai subject or houseplant in north. Likes sun to part shade and is deer resistant.
Slow-growing evergreen, columnar shrub to small tree with dark green, needle-like leaves in spirals on upright branches. Reaches 20-30' tall x 10-12' wide, but only after a very long time. A very handsome, fine-textured garden accent or hedge in sun to part shade where soil is well-drained. Accepts summer water but, once established, tolerates some drought. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki plant

How to Grow Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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