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    PODOCARPUS lawrencei 'Blue Gem'
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    PODOCARPUS lawrencei 'Blue Gem'

    Commonly known as mountain plum pine

    (syn. Podocarpus alpinus 'Bluey') - Blue leaves with pinkish-red new growth. Female variety
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    2 to 3 Litre  
    Delivery Information
    Available late spring to early summer 2025
    £15.50 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 3+ £13.00 each
    Available late spring to early summer 2025 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
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    • Good to know
      Syn Podocarpus alpinus R. Br. ex Hook. f.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Generally pest and disease free
    • Place of origin
      Australia New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania
    • Evergreen
    • Australian / New Zealand
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Woodland garden
    • Blue
      Blue-green foliage
    • Height
      1–2 metres
    • Spread
      1.5–2.5 metres
    • Conifer
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
      Fruits and foliage
    • Fertile well drained soil
    • Tolerates all
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
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