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    Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus'

    Also Known As

    • Yellow Tipped Podocarpus

    Plant type

    shrub, conifer

    size

    • H: 4'-10'
    • W: 5'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus' plant details

    Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold and green foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus'

    Plant type: conifer shrub
    Plant family: podocarpaceae
    Foliage: evergreen gold and green
    Mature size: 5 FT wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Uses: container plant, fern-like leaves, winter interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: lean, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Dark green ferny foliage with brilliant yellow tips makes plant a great specimen and good for containers. Sun or shade, easy to grow, and a hint of the tropics.

    By: Specialty Ornamentals

    Gardening facts about Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus' plant

    How to Grow Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Aureus'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • gold
      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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