Podocarpus latifolius

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Talc Leaf Yellowwood

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

A large and erect tree with leathery, narrow and thick dark green leaves. In Western Gardens it tends to be grown to sizes between 12-40 feet in height and width.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer, Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Ranch

 

Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Background

 

Special Uses

Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.