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    SAXEGOTHAEA conspicua
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    SAXEGOTHAEA conspicua

    Commonly known as Prince Albert's yew

    A conifer from Chile and Argentina named in honour of Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria from the Prussian province from which he came. It has a yew-like appearance with drooping branches and is an attractive ornamental tree
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    Plant Details
    • Good to know
      Bushy shrub in cold areas.
    • Pests & Diseases
      None
    • Place of origin
      Chile, Argentina
    • Evergreen
      Linear to linear-lance-shaped, dark-green leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long, each with 2 silver crossbands beneath. Persist on tree for 5 or 6 years.
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Linear
    • Height
      20m (66ft)
    • Spread
      Up to 8m (26ft)
    • Conifer
      Female cones are fleshy, spherical, prickly and glaucous-green, 1.5cm (½in) across. Male cones are cylindrical and produced at the bases of the shoots.
    • Tree
    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Conical
    • Mature Size
      20m (66ft)
      		 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        up to 8m (26ft)
      		  
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
      Neutral to acid soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Shelter from midday sun and strong winds.
      Partial shade
    Saxegothea - Growing Guide
    Trees - Care Guide
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