Monkey Puzzle,Chilean Pine. A slow growing upright conifer with evergreen spirally arranged sharp pointed leaves. Max Height 15m to 25m. Max Spread 7m to 10m. Full Sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Araucaria araucana
A slow growing upright conifer with evergreen spirally arranged sharp pointed leaves.
Additional information
| Generic | Araucaria |
|---|---|
| Species | araucana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Monkey Puzzle, Chilean Pine |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15m, 25m |
| Family | Araucariaceae |
| Spread | 7m, 10m |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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