Podocarpus macrophyllus

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Yew Pine

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: 1. Roy Wiskar

 

Description

The Podocarpus macrophyllus is a small tree or large shrub that forms a slender column, 15'-50' tall and 6'-15' wide. Its pointed, narrow leaves are dark green in color, about 4" long. It makes a great hedge, screen or single specimen plant. It tolerates low light so Yew Pine is used in malls or narrow areas. Flowers are insignificant. It needs regular watering. Foliage is aromatic, if brushed against it.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer, Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40', 40-60'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Lawn, Patio

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break, Fire Resistant

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.