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Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Pringles Dwarf'
This dense, dwarf form is ideal as a foundation shrub, or garden accent; great for urban planting along streets and medians; excellent as a low sheared hedge because of its dense, long lived foliage
USDA Zones: 7-11
Plant Specifications
Height
5 feet
Spread
6 feet
Bloom Color
Dark green foliage which emerges light green in spring.
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
Pringle's Dwarf Shrubby Podocarpus makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.
Feed
For flourishing plants, use potting soil for potted plants or planting mix for garden beds paired with Root Zone starter fertilizer is the perfect duo to foster robust root growth and minimize transplant shock.
Water
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular water but tolerates some drought.
Prune
Late winter or early spring, or any time of year if your area doesn't experience frost.You can also remove dead or damaged branches at any time.
Exposure
Light: Full Sun, Partial Shade