Podocarpus (Privacy Hedge)

Approx. 2–3 feet tall (Measured from the top of the pot to the top of the plant.)

Create a beautiful, elegant privacy hedge with one of South Florida's most sought-after landscape plants. Podocarpus is known for its narrow, upright growth, rich green foliage, and timeless appearance, making it an excellent choice for homeowners looking to add privacy without sacrificing style.

Its naturally vertical growth habit allows it to fit beautifully along fences, property lines, pools, and side yards while maintaining a clean, sophisticated look year-round.

Features

🌿 Approximately 2–3 feet tall
🌿 Dense, upright growth habit
🌿 Rich evergreen foliage
🌿 Perfect for privacy screens and hedges
🌿 Low maintenance once established
🌿 Excellent for South Florida landscapes

Perfect For

✔ Privacy hedges
✔ Property lines
✔ Pool enclosures
✔ Side yards
✔ Commercial landscaping
✔ Modern landscape designs

Sun Requirements

☀️ Full Sun to Partial Shade

Water Requirements

Water regularly during the establishment period. Once established, Podocarpus becomes relatively drought tolerant.

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Size

Approximately 12 feet tall and 3 feet wide, depending on pruning and maintenance.

Spacing Recommendation

For a dense privacy hedge, plant approximately 1 feet apart (center to center).

Why Homeowners Love Podocarpus

✓ Elegant, upscale appearance
✓ Naturally grows tall and narrow
✓ Creates excellent year-round privacy
✓ Easy to shape and maintain
✓ Perfect for Florida's climate

Please Note

Plants are living products. Natural variations in height, fullness, branching, and color are normal and make each plant unique.