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Yew Plum (Podocarpus Macrophyllus)
Podocarpus Macrophyllus
Rs 3,500
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A handsome coniferous shrub, Yew Plum is valued for its ornamental form and adaptability. It reaches an impressive height of 10 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta.
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Category: Hedge Plants
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Green
- Foliage Type
- Coniferous
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- No
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Purpose
- Decorative, Privacy Screen
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- Yes
- City Suitability
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Quetta, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur, Swat
Description
Yew Plum (Podocarpus Macrophyllus) is a distinguished coniferous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. This slow-growing coniferous plant reaches up to 10 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Podocarpus Macrophyllus
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 10 ft
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Foliage: Coniferous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Propagation: Semi-Hardwood Cuttings, Seed
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: No, keep away from pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Yew Plum
Propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings for consistent form, or from seed.
Growing in Pakistan
This plant is both heat and drought tolerant, making it exceptionally well-suited to Pakistan’s challenging summers. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: Yes, survives dry spells once established
Why Choose Yew Plum?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Yew Plum is an excellent choice because it works effectively as a privacy screen or natural hedge and thrives with minimal watering once established.
Buy Yew Plum online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I worry about Yew Plum toxicity with kids or pets at home?
Yew Plum is toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. If you have curious pets or toddlers, place it in an area they cannot access, or choose a pet-safe alternative.
How often should I water Yew Plum in Pakistan’s climate?
Yew Plum needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter. It tolerates occasional missed waterings once its roots are established.
When and how should I prune Yew Plum?
Yew Plum benefits from regular pruning to maintain a dense, hedge-like shape. Trim lightly after each flowering cycle and do a heavier shaping prune in late winter before new growth begins. Since it blooms in spring, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
Can Yew Plum tolerate the intense summer sun in Lahore and Karachi?
Yew Plum grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
Is Yew Plum drought-resistant once established?
Yes, Yew Plum is drought tolerant once established. After the first growing season, it can go a week or more without water. However, it still performs best with consistent watering during the growing season.
