Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip'
Also Known As
- Pink Tip Mountain Totara
- YEW-PINE
Plant type
shrub, conifer
size
- H: 18"-30"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 7a-10a
Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip' plant details
Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green and pink foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip'
- Plant type: conifer shrub
- Plant family: podocarpaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and pink
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip' plant
How to Grow Podocarpus nivalis 'Pink Tip'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- pink
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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