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Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington'

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 15'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington' plant details

Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington' is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture 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 'Irvington'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: podocarpaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 15 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This selection is from an ancient plant growing on a west wall in a northeast Portland home and has remained undamaged by any cold ever thrown at it. Lacy, evergreen, upthrusting shrub to 15' tall x 3' wide. Red berries in winter. Full to part sun in well-drained soil. Frost hardy in USDA Zone 8 and upper Zone 7 with protection.

Gardening facts about Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington' plant

How to Grow Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki 'Irvington'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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