Pringles Podocarpus (3 Gallon)

Podocarpus (Podocarpus macrophyllus) – 3 Gallon
*A Graceful Evergreen for Southern Structure & Serenity

At Wright’s Market, we love plants that do more than just fill space—they shape it with quiet beauty and purpose. The Podocarpus, often called the Yew Pine, is a classic evergreen that brings elegance, structure, and year-round greenery to your garden. With its soft, needle-like leaves and naturally upright form, it’s perfect for creating privacy, defining spaces, or simply adding a polished look to your landscape.

Native to Japan and China, this plant has long been prized for its neat, clean appearance and adaptable nature. In the South, Podocarpus has become a go-to for hedges, screens, and ornamental accents—proving that timeless beauty never goes out of style.

Symbolism:
Podocarpus symbolizes endurance, calmness, and stability. It’s a strong and steady presence in the garden—much like the comforting values of home, family, and tradition.

Growth & Bloom Time:

• Mature Height: 10 to 20 feet (can be kept smaller with pruning)

• Mature Width: 3 to 8 feet, depending on spacing and pruning

• Blooms: Inconspicuous flowers in spring; may produce small blue-purple fruit

• Foliage: Dense, dark green, needle-like leaves with a soft, lush texture

Growing Conditions:

• Sun: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to a range of conditions

• Water: Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established

• Zones: USDA zones 7–11

Care Tips:
Podocarpus is low-maintenance and easy to shape with light pruning. It responds well to shearing for formal hedges or can be left to grow naturally as a soft, upright accent. Keep soil lightly moist when newly planted; once established, it’s very forgiving.

Complimentary Plants:
Pairs beautifully with Boxwoods, Azaleas, and Camellias for a classic Southern garden. For a more modern landscape, combine with ornamental grasses or Ligustrum for contrast and depth.

The Podocarpus is a dependable, graceful addition to any yard—offering privacy, peace, and a timeless sense of order. Just like the values we hold dear at Wright’s Market, it’s steady, strong, and always welcoming.