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Outeniqua Yellowwood

Afrocarpus Falcatus

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Overview

The Outeniqua yellowwood (Afrocarpus falcatus) is a majestic evergreen, native to South Africa. A slow-growing conifer, it reaches up to 100 feet with a trunk diameter of 3 feet. Its elegant, arching branches sport lustrous, dark green needles, and it bears fleshy, purple fruits. Ideal as a specimen tree, it provides height and grandeur, prefers well-drained soils, and thrives in USDA zones 9-11. Perfect for stately gardens and large landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–10Type Conifer, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — is a majestic evergreen tree indigenous to the forest regions of southern Africa
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — Its elegant, arching branches sport lustrous, dark green needles, and it bears fleshy, purple fruitsOuteniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — it provides height and grandeur; conifer / tree for full or halfOuteniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — A slow-growing conifer, it reaches up to 100 feet with a trunk diameter of 3 feet; often reaching up to 90 feetOuteniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — When selecting this stately tree for a landscapeOuteniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — prefers well-drained soilsOuteniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — making it a splendid choice for both aesthetic and environmental contributions+42

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
50–60 Ft.
Mature width
6–10 Ft.

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Podocarpaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — is a majestic evergreen tree indigenous to the forest regions of southern Africa
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — Its elegant, arching branches sport lustrous, dark green needles, and it bears fleshy, purple fruits
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — it provides height and grandeur; conifer / tree for full or half
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — A slow-growing conifer, it reaches up to 100 feet with a trunk diameter of 3 feet; often reaching up to 90 feet
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — When selecting this stately tree for a landscape
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — prefers well-drained soils
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — making it a splendid choice for both aesthetic and environmental contributions
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — A slow-growing conifer, it reaches up to 100 feet with a trunk diameter of 3 feet
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — The bark is an attractive feature as well
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — it provides height and grandeur
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — Its fleshy, plum-like fruits are enjoyed by birds and small mammals, enhancing the biodiversity of the garden
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — adding year-round interest and texture to the garden palette
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — being relatively smooth with a grayish-brown color that peels in longitudinal strips
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — The Outeniqua yellowwood (Afrocarpus falcatus) is a majestic evergreen, native to South Africa; it provides height
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11, preferring well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — often reaching up to 90 feet
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — Perfect for stately gardens and large landscapes
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — This coniferous species can soar to impressive heights
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — Though tolerant of short drought periods
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — scientifically named Afrocarpus falcatus
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — Its elegant, arching branches sport lustrous, dark green needles, and it bears fleshy, purple fruits; though
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — supporting a variety of wildlife
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — With a crown spread of approximately 30 to 40 feet when mature
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus Falcatus) — and thrives in USDA zones 9-11
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