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Yellowwood

Podocarpus Latifolius

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Overview

Podocarpus latifolius, commonly known as Yellowwood, is an elegant evergreen conifer ideal for ornamental use. Mature specimens reach 20-30 feet high with a spread of 5-10 feet. Its leathery, dark green leaves and dense, pyramidal form provide year-round interest. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in zones 7-9, preferring partial to full sun. It can be pruned to maintain the desired size, making it a versatile choice for formal and natural landscapes.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–10Type Conifer, Shrub, TreeClimate Subtropical
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — lending a soft texture to its overall appearance; needle-like leaves that emanate a delightful light green hue
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — conifer / shrub / tree for full or half or shadeYellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — it is cold-hardy to around 30&deg;F; it typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy width of 15 to 20 feetYellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — adding ecological value to the environment.<br><br>For optimal growthYellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Yellowwoods produce inconspicuous yellow-green flowers; arranged spirally on the branchesYellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — long-term addition to landscapes.<br><br>Blooming in the late spring to early summer; it can be pruned to maintain theYellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — it is cold-hardy to around 30&deg;F; it typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy width of 15, image 76+97

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Shrub, Tree
Family
Podocarpaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — lending a soft texture to its overall appearance; needle-like leaves that emanate a delightful light green hue
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — conifer / shrub / tree for full or half or shade
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — it is cold-hardy to around 30&deg;F; it typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy width of 15 to 20 feet
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — adding ecological value to the environment.<br><br>For optimal growth
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Yellowwoods produce inconspicuous yellow-green flowers; arranged spirally on the branches
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — long-term addition to landscapes.<br><br>Blooming in the late spring to early summer; it can be pruned to maintain the
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — it is cold-hardy to around 30&deg;F; it typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy width of 15, image 76
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Podocarpus latifolius requires well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — but young trees will benefit from consistent moisture
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — but young trees will benefit from consistent moisture; mature specimens reach 20-30 feet high with a spread of, image 75
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — needle-like leaves that emanate a delightful light green hue; indicating a preferential choice for designers seeking a
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Podocarpus latifolius, commonly known as Yellowwood, is an elegant evergreen conifer ideal for ornamental use; hardy and
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — scientifically named Podocarpus latifolius; lending a soft texture to its overall appearance, image 84
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Yellowwoods produce inconspicuous yellow-green flowers; arranged spirally on the branches, image 69
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — indicating a preferential choice for designers seeking a low-maintenance
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in zones 7-9, preferring partial to full sun; one that provides year-round, image 56
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Its leathery, dark green leaves and dense, pyramidal form provide year-round interest; purple to brownish oval, image 81
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — needle-like leaves that emanate a delightful light green hue; indicating a preferential choice for designers, image 62
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — long-term addition to landscapes.<br><br>Blooming in the late spring to early summer; it can be pruned to, image 68
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Revered for its elegant stature and refined foliage
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — arranged spirally on the branches
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Its growth rate tends to be slow to moderate; yellowwoods produce inconspicuous yellow-green flowers
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — purple to brownish oval fruits; which attract a variety of bird species
Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Its leathery, dark green leaves and dense, pyramidal form provide year-round interest; purple to brownish oval, image 55
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