Araucaria arucana (Monkey Puzzle Tree)

Type Tree, Conifer, Evergreen
Form Conical-Shaped Tree, Architectural Form
Size Large Tree (8m or more height)
Colours Medium green Foliage
Care Low/Easy Maintenance - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Slow Growing Plant
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Araucaria arucana description: This evergreen conifer produces long spidery dropping branches which are densely packed with tight dark green leaflets. The architectural form of the Monkey puzzle make it a fine specimen with time.

Araucaria arucana cultivation notes: This slow growing conifer prefers a milder climate - and is prone to frost damage - especially when young. It prefers a moist fertile soil, but will tolerate windy conditions and is suitable for plant near the coast.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; Ornamental winter bark / tracery; Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Provides valuable winter interest; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations.

Plant Weaknesses: Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners! Does not produce showy attractive flowers.

Design & Plant Use for Araucaria arucana:
  • Evergreen plant with attractive foliage for winter interest
  • Conifer with outstanding foliage colour for winter interest
  • Added winter interest from attractive bark or stems

Common Missspellings: Arucana, Arocana, Aurocana

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