The Mood Ring® Podocarpus Yew is a dynamic new addition to the Southern Living Plant Collection! This variety is renowned for the bronze-pink new growth that really separates it from similar plants. Mood Ring Podocarpus has a tall habit that reaches 10-15 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide. It has the same characteristic dense foliage of a podocarpus tree, but Mood Ring stands out with bronze and pink new growth. This makes for a stunning privacy hedge that can used against fences, in formal gardens, or as a screen. Just plant these podocarpus 4 feet apart to create the perfect privacy hedge. This is a tough shrub in a low-maintenance package. It offers disease, pest, and deer resistance and tolerates full sun and summer heat. You couldn't ask for an easier privacy hedge. Mood Ring Podocarpus Yew Care This variety is hardy from USDA Zones 7-10, between 0°F to 10°F when fully established. Plant in Full Sun to Partial Shade for best results. Water 2-3 times per week for the first growing season to help establish deep growth. Grows well in average soil with good drainage. Fertilize in spring with a slow-release, well-balanced fertilizer.
