Pseudopanax lessonii

Name: Pseudopanax lessonii
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10518f
Price: 26.75 NZD
Availability: InStock

Pseudopanax lessonii, Houpara, Five Fingers Plant, Houpara Plant, Houpara Tree

Pseudopanax lessonii, commonly known as the Five Fingers Plant or Houpara, is a NZ native shrub featuring glossy green leaves that are arranged in the shape of a fan. This evergreen typically grows to 5 m tall and 3 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Pseudopanax lessonii is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or planted around pool and living areas.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	5.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Pseudopanax lessonii, Houpara, Five Fingers Plant, Houpara Plant, Houpara Tree

Pseudopanax lessonii Details

Pseudopanax lessonii, commonly known as the Five Fingers Plant or Houpara, is a NZ native shrub featuring glossy green leaves that are arranged in the shape of a fan. Green flowers are produced in summer and are followed by green berries which darken with age and are great for attracting birds. This evergreen typically grows to 5 m tall and 3 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. It performs best when grown on a well-drained site in full sun. In partial shade it tends to grow with a more open and spreading habit. It is tolerant of periods of dry, coastal conditions, and frost once established. Pseudopanax lessonii is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or planted around pool and living areas.