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