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    LAGAROSTROBOS franklinii
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    LAGAROSTROBOS franklinii

    Commonly known as Huon pine

    A rare Tasmanian conifer with graceful drooping and spreading branches which makes an ideal specimen plant for a sheltered area. Leaves are bright green
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    Plant Details
    • Good to know
      Syn. Dacrydium franklinii. Wood has resin which repels insects.
    • Pests & Diseases
      None
    • Place of origin
      Tasmania.
    • Evergreen
      Linear juvenile leaves and spirally arranged, scale-like adult leaves
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Entire
    • Linear
    • Height
      15m (49ft)
    • Spread
      10m (33ft)
    • Conifer
    • Tree
    • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
      Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
    • Conical
    • Mature Size
      15m (49ft)
      		 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        10m (33ft)
      		  
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Humus-rich
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
    Lagarostrobos - Growing Guide
    Trees - Care Guide
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    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug Pellets
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g - Free c&p
    £6.50
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    AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
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    Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
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    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet - inc c&p
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