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 9–10Climate Subtropical

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Podocarpus latifolius, commonly known as Yellowwood, is an elegant evergreen conifer ideal for ornamental use

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Podocarpaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Podocarpus latifolius requires well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade; its growth rate tends to be, image 73

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — It demonstrates a remarkable tolerance to drought once established; podocarpus latifolius requires, image 74

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) — it is cold-hardy to around 30°F; it typically reaches a height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy width of 15, image 76

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — one that provides year-round visual appeal with minimal upkeep requirements; long-term addition to, image 77

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — conifer / shrub / tree for full or half or shade; but young trees will benefit from consistent moisture, image 78

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Podocarpus latifolius, commonly known as Yellowwood, is an elegant evergreen conifer ideal for ornamental use, image 79

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — Mature specimens reach 20-30 feet high with a spread of 5-10 feet; these leaves are often around 2 to 4 inches, image 80

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) — Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in zones 7-9, preferring partial to full sun; one that provides year-round, image 82

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — It can be pruned to maintain the desired size, making it a versatile choice for formal and natural landscapes, image 83

Yellowwood (Podocarpus Latifolius) — scientifically named Podocarpus latifolius; lending a soft texture to its overall appearance, image 84

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