Pseudopanax ferox
toothed lancewood
If you are looking for a distinctive, architectural tree then look no further! This unusual evergreen tree has an almost skeletal form,...
2 litre pot
£39.99
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
If you are looking for a distinctive, architectural tree then look no further! This unusual evergreen tree has an almost skeletal form, with a slender upright trunk and long pendant, narrow bronze-green, metallic-like leaves which are sharply pointed and indented with tooth-like serrations. Over time on mature trees the leaves become fuller and more rounded. If your lucky it can produce green, umbel shaped flower panicles from mid summer. Such a memorable tree which looks good planted singularly or in groups in a modern contemporary garden, or a woodland style scheme.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Slow growing
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for Pseudopanax ferox:
Plant in a warm protected spot near a wall, or sheltered by other trees from cold drying winds, strong sun and frosts. Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lotsof well-rotted garden compost in the planting.
