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PODOCARPUS henkellii
Commonly known as Henkel's yellowwood
South African species which has proved just as hardy as P. salignus in the last 3 winters. Extremely long and slightly curved dark green leaves. A compact growing small tree
£30.00 each
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Endangered in the wildThese plants are listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's list of 'Red Plants'. This is a list of threatened species in the wild, they are either critically, endangered or vulnerable to extinction.Endangered
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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EvergreenLeaves 12-18cm (5-7in) long, attractively drooping.
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Height
To 6m (20ft) -
Spread
To 4m (13ft)
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TreeTall shrub or small tree
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Broadly columnar
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Mature Sizeto 6m (20ft)
to 4m (13ft)
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