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Monkey Puzzle Tree

Araucaria Araucana

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Overview

The Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria araucana), an evergreen conifer native to Chile and Argentina, is a striking specimen with a pyramid shape. Its unique, sharp leaves and longevity make it a statement piece. Maturing to 50–80 feet tall with a 20–30 feet spread, this slow-growing tree requires ample space with full sun and well-drained soil. It's hardy in USDA zones 7b to 11.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 7–11Climate Mediterranean
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — The Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria araucana)
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — an evergreen conifer native to Chile and ArgentinaMonkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — is a striking specimen with a pyramid shapeMonkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — Its unique, sharp leaves and longevity make it a statement pieceMonkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — Maturing to 50‚Äì80 feet tall with a 20‚Äì30 feet spreadMonkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — this slow-growing tree requires ample space with full sun and well-drained soilMonkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — araucana reaches heights of about 30 to 50 feet+94

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Araucariaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — The Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria araucana)
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — an evergreen conifer native to Chile and Argentina
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — is a striking specimen with a pyramid shape
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — Its unique, sharp leaves and longevity make it a statement piece
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — Maturing to 50‚Äì80 feet tall with a 20‚Äì30 feet spread
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — this slow-growing tree requires ample space with full sun and well-drained soil
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — araucana reaches heights of about 30 to 50 feet
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — spiky foliage.<br><br>Typically
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — It's hardy in USDA zones 7b to 11
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — scientifically known as Araucaria araucana
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — is an evergreen conifer that boasts a distinct and captivating appearance
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — Native to Chile and Argentina
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — it thrives in USDA zones 7B through 11
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — with increments of approximately one foot per year
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — growing slowly to its grand stature
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — Its diameter can spread to about 20 to 30 feet at maturity
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — thus it requires ample space to be truly appreciated
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — preferring full sun exposure and well-drained
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — araucana into a landscape design
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — slightly acidic soil.<br><br>The Monkey Puzzle's foliage consists of sharp
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — dark green leaves that persist for up to 15 years before falling
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — contributing to its dense
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — A focal point for any landscape
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — this tree bears the added curiosity of being dioecious

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