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Podocarpus totara (Totara)

Podocarpus totara (Totara)

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Podocarpus totara (Totara) is a premium evergreen conifer valued for its strong structural form, deep green foliage, and exceptional longevity. Native to New Zealand, it develops a dense, upright habit that makes it ideal for hedging, screening, or as a standout feature tree in both modern and traditional landscapes. Its fine, leathery leaves give it a refined texture that holds year-round appeal.

This is a highly durable and low-maintenance plant that thrives once established, making it a favourite for both residential and commercial plantings. It tolerates pruning exceptionally well, allowing it to be shaped into formal hedges or left to grow naturally into a stately specimen tree. Its resilience, adaptability, and elegant appearance make it a long-term investment for any landscape.

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Mature height

10–25 m (can be maintained smaller with pruning)

Mature width

3–6 m

Spacing

2–4 m (hedging), 4–6 m (feature planting)

Evergreen/Deciduous

Evergreen

Foliage

Deep green foliage, reddish-brown young stems

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Spring (inconspicuous cones rather than showy flowers)

Sun tolerance

Full sun to partial shade

Maintenance

Low to moderate; responds well to pruning and shaping

Root System

Strong, fibrous, non-invasive once established