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Afrocarpus elongatus

Fern Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Normans/Steve George

 

Description

Soft, narrow, pointed, needle like leaves on graceful arching branches characterize this tree. New foliage is light green, changing to bright green. Fern Pine can be used as an individual specimen, screen, tree or shrub. Very few pests and litter so it is used as a street tree. It can slowly reach 60' tall and 40' wide. In hot inland areas, this tree needs regular watering but will tolerate drought conditions. It can be planted in full or partial sun or shade. Fire prone do not plant near home.

 

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.