Podocarpus Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Podocarpus Seeds produce an evergreen shrub or tree adapted to warm temperate, subtropical, and tropical climates. It grows well in full sun to partial shade with well drained soil and moderate moisture. The plant is commonly cultivated in landscape plantings, hedges, and container growing where stable light conditions and proper drainage are available. It adapts well to pruning and structured garden settings.

Features

• Evergreen shrub or tree growth habit

• Adapted to warm temperate and tropical climates

• Performs well in full sun to partial shade

• Suitable for hedges, landscape planting, and containers

• Prefers well drained soil with moderate moisture

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Podocarpus macrophyllus

• Common Name (US): Podocarpus

• Seed Type / Variety: Standard species

• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or tree

• USDA Zones: 8 to 11

• Planting Season: Spring

• Growing Season: Year round in warm climates

• Sowing Season:
  Spring: March to May
  Warm Regions: February to April

• Germination Time and Conditions: 3 to 6 weeks in warm moist well drained soil

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Requirements: Well drained loamy or sandy soil

• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering

• Mature Plant Size: About 4 to 12 m height

• Plant Spacing: 1.5 to 4 m apart