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Keeping this in consideration, how fast does a Podocarpus tree grow?

Podocarpus gracilior, or fern pine, can reach 60' in old age, but grows very slowly (less than 6" per year).

Subsequently, question is, how do you make Podocarpus grow faster? Podocarpus can go without bright or direct light for long stretches but will grow taller and faster under the bright light of the sun. Like any plant, they do need regular watering, though they can stand long periods with no water, especially if the soil is particularly dense.

Similarly, it is asked, can you top a Podocarpus tree?

Podacarpus trees have large spaces between the branches. This gives them an attractive, irregular, oval silhouette as they get older. Their lower limbs are densely covered with dark green evergreen leaves. You can prune Podocarpus into a lawn tree as little as 3 to 4 feet wide.

What does a Podocarpus tree look like?

in height with an upright, slightly pyramidal form and finely textured, slender evergreen leaves that are very resistant to deer damage. The fruits are very decorative, with blue female cones that develop into fleshy purple to pink elongated berries.