Photo of Athrotaxis cupressoides foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Athrotaxis cupressoides

Also Known As

  • Pencil Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 20'-65'
  • W: 5'-20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Athrotaxis cupressoides plant details

Athrotaxis cupressoides is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Athrotaxis cupressoides

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 65 FT - tall
Uses: year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Athrotaxis cupressoides

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Athrotaxis cupressoides plant

How to Grow Athrotaxis cupressoides

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • birds
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