Plum Pine
Podocarpus elatus
Magnificent small fast growing specimen tree
FEATURES: A distinctive, decorative, evergreen tree with glossy finger-like foliage and clusters of blue berries suitable for making plum jam. Attractive smooth bark.
CONDITIONS: Easily grown in a variety of soils and conditions. Drought tolerant, full sun to part shade.
PLANTING IDEAS AND USES:
Attracts birds, bees and insects. Suitable for pots or as a screening or hedging plant. Berries can be used to make a rich and sweet jam.
- screening
- farm planting
- bird attracting
- specimen tree
small tree
Summer
Spring
Bird Attracting
Full Sun
Part Shade
Full Shade
Good for Tubs
Hedging
Clay Soil
Sandy Soil
Drought Tolerant
Frost Hardy
