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Fern Pine

Podocarpus Gracilior

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Overview

The Fern Pine, or Podocarpus gracilior, is an evergreen with graceful, feathery foliage. Ideal for screens or hedges, it can reach up to 50-70 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide but is often kept smaller through pruning. Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soils. Offers a refined texture and dense growth, requiring moderate water. Hardy to USDA Zone 9, it tolerates urban conditions well.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 9–10Type Conifer, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — or as a stately specimen plant; is a versatile and attractive evergreen that lends a touch of grace and tropical elegance to
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — is a versatile and attractive evergreen that lends a touch of grace and tropical elegance to any landscapeFern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — the Fern Pine grows in an uprightFern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Its growth rate is considered moderate; averaging approximately 1 foot per yearFern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Hardy to USDA Zone 9, it tolerates urban conditions wellFern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — This coniferous tree originates from the East African highlands; conifer / tree for full or half or shadeFern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — making it a favored choice for screen plantings+28

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Podocarpaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — or as a stately specimen plant; is a versatile and attractive evergreen that lends a touch of grace and tropical elegance to
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — is a versatile and attractive evergreen that lends a touch of grace and tropical elegance to any landscape
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — the Fern Pine grows in an upright
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Its growth rate is considered moderate; averaging approximately 1 foot per year
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Hardy to USDA Zone 9, it tolerates urban conditions well
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — This coniferous tree originates from the East African highlands; conifer / tree for full or half or shade
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — making it a favored choice for screen plantings
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — while also offering the opportunity for shaping according to aesthetic preference or spatial constraints
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — averaging approximately 1 foot per year
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — The Fern Pine, or Podocarpus gracilior, is an evergreen with graceful, feathery foliage; prefers full sun to partial shade
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — scientifically named Podocarpus gracilior
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — it can reach up to 50-70 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide but is often kept smaller through pruning
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Ideal for screens or hedges; the Fern Pine grows in an upright
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — it can reach up to 50-70 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide but is often kept smaller through pruning; when designing for a client
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — When designing for a client
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Hardy to USDA Zone 9, it tolerates urban conditions well; enhancing the peacefulness of garden settings
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — making it a favored choice for screen plantings; the Fern Pine, or Podocarpus gracilior, is an evergreen with graceful
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soils
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — and soft foliage reminiscent of fern fronds; scientifically named Podocarpus gracilior
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Ideal for screens or hedges
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — The Fern Pine, or Podocarpus gracilior, is an evergreen with graceful, feathery foliage
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — scientifically named Podocarpus gracilior; hardy to USDA Zone 9, it tolerates urban conditions well
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — Offers a refined texture and dense growth, requiring moderate water
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — averaging approximately 1 foot per year; ideal for screens or hedges
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