Pseudopanax aboreus ^Sale

Pseudopanax arboreus

Five Finger

Description:
Native tree with a distinctive tropical look. It features glossy, deeply lobed leaves that radiate in groups of five, giving the tree its common name. Juvenile plants have a distinctive juvenile form with long, narrow, and often spiny leaves, while mature trees have broader, palmate leaves. It produces small, creamy-white flowers in summer, followed by black berries that attract birds. Hardy and adaptable.

Height:

6–10 m (can reach up to 15 m in ideal conditions)

Width/Spread:

3–6 m

Position:

Full sun to partial shade

Soil:

Well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates a range of soil types including clay and loam

Uses:

·       Specimen tree

·       Native garden

·       Screening

·       Wildlife habitat

Care Tips:

·       Water regularly during dry periods until established

·       Tolerates pruning; remove dead or crowded branches

·       Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds

·       Generally, pest-resistant, but keep an eye out for leaf-eating insects

·       Protect young plants from strong winds and frost in exposed sites

We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the grade and quality of the plant in the images. 

Plants are subject to availability; there is a slight possibility the plants can be sold before your order is processed. In this instance we can offer a refund or credit and let you know when more plants become available.