Brown pine

Prumnopitys ferruginea

Also known as Plum pine, Podocarpus elatus, Tall brown pine

Native Plants · Trees & Shrubs · Conifer · New Zealand Native · Podocarp · Tree · Bird Attracting · Temperate · Evergreen · Large Tree · Miro · Ornamental

Brown pine is a handsome New Zealand native conifer that grows slowly into a large, ornamental tree with attractive dark foliage and fleshy red fruits that birds love. Plant it in a sheltered, partially shaded position with well-drained, humus-rich soil and water regularly until well established. It is best suited to large outdoor gardens in mild temperate climates and requires minimal pruning once settled.