Pseudopanax laetus

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Pseudopanax laetus, Five Finger Tree, Neopanax laetus

Pseudopanax laetus (aka Neopanax laetus), commonly known as the Five Finger Tree, is a large, NZ native shrub featuring lush, glossy green foliage. Small, cream-coloured flowers are produced in spring and result in red berries which attract an array of birds including Tui. It grows to about 3 m tall and wide on a well-drained site in full sun. Pseudopanax laetus is commonly included in a mixed or native planting, used in a tropical planting, or grown as a backdrop for smaller plants.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Pseudopanax laetus, Five Finger Tree, Neopanax laetus

Pseudopanax laetus Details

Pseudopanax laetus, commonly known Five Finger Tree, is a large shrub featuring lush, glossy green foliage with some leaves growing to 30 cm long. Small, cream-coloured flowers are produced in spring and result in red berries which attract an array of birds including Tui. It grows with a spreading and rounded habit to about 3 m tall and the same wide though can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with this evergreen is achieved when it is grown on a well-drained site in full sun. In partial shade it tends to grow less densely. It is tolerant of periods of dry and frost once established. Pseudopanax laetus is commonly included in a mixed or native planting, used in a tropical planting, or grown as a backdrop for smaller plants.