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Podocarpus nivalis.


Podocarpus nivalis. Podocarpus nivalis.

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Low growing, almost prostrate shrub found in sub alpine parts of New Zealand, although can grow at low altitude as well. It has wide spreading branches which often form roots at the tips, thus helping to stabilise steep alpine slopes.It has small leathery olive-green leaves and red berries in the autumn. Very hardy, avoid very dry sites.

 
Genus
Podocarpus
Species   nivalis.
Cultivar  

Common name
Alpine Totora

Family name
Podocarpaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand


DETAILS
Height
50 cm
Width
100 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types

Moisture
Soil must be well drained

Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates exposed sites. / Will tolerate very hard frosts.

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Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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