Podocarpus 'Red Embers'
alpine totara
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moist, well-drained neutral to slightly acid soil
- Rate of growth: slow-growing
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Emerging in spring with an orange-red flush, the foliage of this low-growing conifer turns greener as it matures. Then, as the temperatures drop in winter, the foliage starts to change colour once again - this time turning maroon-purple. Forming an irregular dome as it (slowly) grows, this conifer is ideal for patio pots, or filling gaps at the front of a sunny border. - Garden care: They do not require any pruning, however any shoots that spoil the symmetry throughout the year. Protect from cold, drying winds.