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Podocarpus gracilior
Fern Pine
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Why Podocarpus gracilior?
The Podocarpus gracilior (Fern Pine) has earned its reputation as California's most elegant privacy hedge for good reason. This exceptional evergreen creates a dense, feathery barrier with closely set narrow green leaves that transforms your outdoor space into a sophisticated private sanctuary. From the palatial estates of Palo Alto & Beverly Hills to Palm Springs weekend homes, this versatile hedge adorns the most prestigious properties across the state.
Podocarpus gracilior is ideal for both novice and advanced gardeners as it is low maintenance, drought tolerant, and easy to grow. It grows moderately fast, allowing you to quickly create a retreat in your yard or block out less desirable views. As a tree, Fern Pine can reach 50 feet, but as a column the size and shape can easily be maintained with pruning, making it perfect for small gardens or tight spaces.
Quick Planting Guide:
For instant privacy: Plant close enough that leaves almost touch for immediate dense coverage.
Center-to-center Spacing
Center-to-center spacing refers to the distance between the centers of two adjacent plants.
Varieties & Uses
The Podocarpus gracilior is incredibly versatile, with several popular applications:
- Privacy Hedges: Create living walls that block unwanted views and reduce noise
- Property Boundaries: Define your space with a beautiful natural border
- Windbreaks: Protect your property from strong winds and erosion
- Shade Trees: When allowed to grow as single specimens, they provide excellent shade and architectural structure
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How tall will my Podocarpus gracilior get?
In its natural form, Podocarpus gracilior can reach heights of 40-50 feet as a tree. However, when maintained as a hedge or column, the size and shape can easily be controlled with regular pruning or shearing. Most homeowners maintain their Podocarpus hedges between 6-12 feet tall, making it ideal for privacy screens while fitting perfectly in small gardens or tight spaces.
Is Podocarpus good for planting against fences?
Yes, Podocarpus makes an excellent privacy screen or hedge along fences. Its upright, dense growth habit provides year-round greenery.
Does Podocarpus have invasive roots?
Podocarpus roots are generally non-invasive and considered safe for planting near fences or walls. They are much less aggressive than many other hedge plants.
Can Podocarpus be used as a hedge or kept in column form?
Yes, Podocarpus can be trimmed into a hedge, shaped into a column, or allowed to grow naturally as a tree. It is versatile and responds well to pruning.
Seasonality
Mature height
40-50 ft.
Mature Width
20-40 ft.
Sun exposure
Watering
Moderate
Grows Well in Zones
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