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Araucaria araucana

Monkey PuzzleTree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/S.George

 

Description

This large, evergreen tree will eventually grow about 70-90' tall and has pointed, dark green leaves.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

Width Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.