How to Grow and Care for mountain totara

mountain totara · Podocarpus nivalis
Also known as: alpine totara

Grows best in rich, moist soil that contains plenty of organic matter. Enjoys shelter from drying, cold winds

Watering: Allow soil partial drying before deep watering full root systemSunlight: Full sunSlightly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing mountain totara

Care difficulty	2 / 5
Watering schedule	Allow soil partial drying before deep watering full root system
Sunlight requirements	Full sun
Ideal temperature	Information to be completed
Soil type	Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH	Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moisture	Moist but well drained
Fertilizing	Weak conifer slow-release feed applied once each early spring growth
Toxicity	Slightly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Care Tips

Grows best in rich, moist soil that contains plenty of organic matter. Enjoys shelter from drying, cold winds

How to Water mountain totara?

Allow soil partial drying before deep watering full root system

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for mountain totara?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for mountain totara?

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What Soil Is Best for mountain totara?

Soil type: Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH: Acid · Alkaline · Neutral

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What Are the Moisture Requirements for mountain totara?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize mountain totara?

Weak conifer slow-release feed applied once each early spring growth

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How to Prune mountain totara?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate mountain totara?

Propagate by seed as soon as ripe. Sow in spring in an open frame. Germination can take up to 18 months.\r\nPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings from upright shoots in late summer

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