Afrocarpus elongatus

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African Fern Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Normans/Steve George

Description

Soft, narrow, pointed leaves on graceful arching branches characterize this plant. The foliage is gray green, and the plant can be used as an individual specimen, screen, or even a small tree.

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Meadow, Ranch

Accenting Features

Espalier

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.