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DACRYCARPUS DACRYDIOIDES KAHIKATEA tree in new zealand

DACRYCARPUS DACRYDIOIDES - KAHIKATEA

A dominant bush-dwelling plant which grows particularly well in lowland forests and wetlands. The bark is flaky and brown and the leaves a fine brown which turn blue/green with age. Kahikatea are excellent water filters for damper soils making them a great tree to plant around ponds and low lying areas.
 
Applications
Specimen tree
Screening
NZ native theme  
 
Beyond the norm
Kahikatea looks fantastic planted in groves, the conical upright form of the tree creating an interesting effect when grouped.

Clipped height
n/a

15 year height
8m

Mature height
30m

Soil conditions
Wet and moist soils

Wind
Hardy

Frost
Hardy

Light
Full and semi shade    

Tree Shape
Tall, upright

Seasonal
Evergreen

Fruit
Red base with a purple head

Origin
Native

Available grades
15lt, 45lt

The Icon Trees nursery covers 50 acres. So that we can attend to your requirements it is important to visit by appointment only; we may not be able to give you access to the nursery without prior arrangement.

 

Our usual opening hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. 

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If you are unable to visit the nursery we can assist by selecting the right trees for your project. We can also support your purchasing decisions by providing photos of our trees. Purchases can be made using direct credit, VISA or Mastercard, or trade accounts.

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99 Clevedon-Takanini Road

Ardmore

Auckland

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sales@icontrees.co.nz

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0800 BIG TREES

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