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    Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari'

    Plant type

    shrub, conifer

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 5'-6'

    planting zones

    • 7a-11

    Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari' plant details

    Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari' is an evergreen conifer shrub with bronze and green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari'

    Plant type: conifer shrub
    Plant family: podocarpaceae
    Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Uses: winter interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Male variety of this handsome podocarp, slowly to 3-4 x 5-6' wide, with olive green, needled foliage that turns a very rich, bright bronze in winter. Best in bright light for good winter color with good drainage and even moisture. Frost hardy at temperatures close to 0 °F, USDA Zone 7.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari' plant

    How to Grow Podocarpus nivalis 'Otari'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • bronze
      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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