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BLUE GEM MOUNTAIN PODOCARPUS
Podocarpus lawrencei 'Blue Gem'
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3 gallon Potted
(SKU: 18829)
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List Price $95.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 6-9 · Mature Height: 3-4 Feet · Mature Spread: 5-6 Feet
Buy Blue Gem Mountain Podocarpus online. Discover the unique and captivating beauty of Blue Gem Mountain Podocarpus, a hardy and exotic shrub from Tasmania. This conifer-like plant boasts thick, blunt foliage reminiscent of its coniferous cousins, but with a surprising twist. Instead of cones, it produces lush, vibrant red "mountain plums", adding a burst of unexpected color and a touch of whimsy to your landscape. Imagine these striking red fruits contrasting against the deep green foliage, creating a delightful visual display throughout the growing season.
Blue Gem Mountain Podocarpus features arching branches that create a rounded, spreading form, making it an excellent choice for a variety of landscaping applications. Its spring growth emerges in a stunning purple-red hue, adding a touch of vibrant color before maturing to a rich green that holds its color throughout the winter. This dynamic color transformation adds year-round interest to your garden, ensuring a constant source of beauty and visual appeal.
This adaptable and easy-to-grow plant is particularly well-suited for drier garden sites, making it a perfect choice for gardeners in a variety of climates. Its hardiness and low-maintenance requirements make it an ideal option for both seasoned gardeners and those just beginning their horticultural journey. Whether used as a unique ground cover, a striking accent plant, or incorporated into a mixed border, Blue Gem Mountain Podocarpus adds a touch of exotic charm and enduring beauty to any landscape.
BLUE GEM MOUNTAIN PODOCARPUS Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Gray |
Bark Type*
| • | Rough |
Brand*
| • | Iseli Nursery |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Low Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Moderate Resistance |
Flower Color*
| • | Bronze/Tan/Brown |
Fruit Type*
| • | Non-Edible Fruit |
Growth Rate*
| • | Slow |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Evergreen |
Plant Type*
| • | Conifer |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Winter |
| • | Year-Round |
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BLUE GEM MOUNTAIN PODOCARPUS Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
Podocarpus is easy to grow and adapts to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.
Family: Podcarpaceae · Common Name: Podocarpus
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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