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Podocarpus macrophyllus (Japanese Yew or Buddhist Pine)

Podocarpus macrophyllus
Yew Pine

A versatile and elegant evergreen tree or shrub, Podocarpus macrophyllus, commonly known as Japanese Yew or Yew Pine, is valued for its dense, upright growth, soft, dark green foliage, and adaptability to various landscapes. Its compact form and tolerance for pruning make it a popular choice for hedges, screens, or as a specimen plant in formal and informal gardens. Native to East Asia, this low-maintenance plant thrives in warm climates and urban settings.

Plant Type Tree
Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
Water Needs Low, Average
Hardiness Zone Zone 7 (0° F)
Flower Color Inconspicuous
Flower Season Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Growth Rate Moderate
Height 15-50 ft
Spread 10-20 ft
Spacing 15 ft
Characteristics Evergreen
Attracts Birds
Maintenance Low
Garden Uses Specimen
Tolerance Clay Soil, Cold, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Frost, Heat, Rabbit, Rocky Soil, Salt
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
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