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Pseudopanax Tuatara

Pseudopanax Tuatara, Tuatara Pseudopanax, Lancewood Tuatara

Pseudopanax Tuatara is a variety of the commonly known Lancewood, and produces dark green-purple leaves with a leathery texture and a slightly lobed shape. This evergreen shrub usually grows with multiple, upright stems, and matures to produce a broad and rounded crown. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide. Pseudopanax Tuatara is commonly included in a mixed or native planting, used to contrast with other, leafier plants, planted in pool gardens, or used for its architectural properties.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPseudopanax Tuatara, Tuatara Pseudopanax, Lancewood Tuatara

Tuatara Pseudopanax

The Tuatara Pseudopanax is a variety of the commonly known Lancewood, and is grown for its interesting foliage. It produces dark green-purple leaves with a leathery texture and a slightly lobed shape. The leaves can have a reddish tinge, particularly when grown in full sun. This evergreen usually grows with multiple, upright stems, and matures to produce a broad and rounded crown. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted on a free draining soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of wind, coastal environments, moderate drought, and frost once established. The Tuatara Pseudopanax is commonly included in a mixed or native planting, used to contrast with other, leafier plants, planted in pool gardens, or used for its architectural properties.

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