Podocarpus totara - Totara
Totara is a large, iconic native New Zealand tree found in lowland forests from sea level to 500 meters. This conifer is one of New Zealand’s most recognisable trees, known for its thick, stringy bark and dark green, sharply pointed leaves. Totara makes a striking specimen tree and is also highly valued for its durable timber. It is a versatile tree that can grow in a wide range of sites, including very exposed and partially shaded locations. Totara can also be clipped to form a dense hedge.
Growing Environment:
• Tolerances: Sun, Drought, Salt, Wind, Coastal, and Free-draining
• Endemic Distribution: Common throughout most of the North and South Islands. Extremely scarce on Stewart Island (Freshwater River).
Specifications:
• Height: 30 meters
• Flowering: October – December (with no visible flowers)
• Fruiting: The fruit takes about one year to ripen, with a peak fruiting period typically between April and May, around the same time cones are produced.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird attractant
• Bee food
• Hedging
• Riparian plantings
• Shade trees
• Forests
• Timber
• Shelter belts
Totara is perfect for those seeking a mighty tree for timber, shelter, or an attractive feature in forests or shade plantings. It can also be a reliable choice for hedging and wildlife support.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $10 each | 9 for $80
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $20 each | 5 for $80
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $40 each | 4 for $120
• PB18 (1m+, 8.5L): $80 each
• PB40 (2m+, 18.5L): $120 each
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Totara is a large, iconic native New Zealand tree found in lowland forests from sea level to 500 meters. This conifer is one of New Zealand’s most recognisable trees, known for its thick, stringy bark and dark green, sharply pointed leaves. Totara makes a striking specimen tree and is also highly valued for its durable timber. It is a versatile tree that can grow in a wide range of sites, including very exposed and partially shaded locations. Totara can also be clipped to form a dense hedge.
Growing Environment:
• Tolerances: Sun, Drought, Salt, Wind, Coastal, and Free-draining
• Endemic Distribution: Common throughout most of the North and South Islands. Extremely scarce on Stewart Island (Freshwater River).
Specifications:
• Height: 30 meters
• Flowering: October – December (with no visible flowers)
• Fruiting: The fruit takes about one year to ripen, with a peak fruiting period typically between April and May, around the same time cones are produced.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird attractant
• Bee food
• Hedging
• Riparian plantings
• Shade trees
• Forests
• Timber
• Shelter belts
Totara is perfect for those seeking a mighty tree for timber, shelter, or an attractive feature in forests or shade plantings. It can also be a reliable choice for hedging and wildlife support.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $10 each | 9 for $80
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $20 each | 5 for $80
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $40 each | 4 for $120
• PB18 (1m+, 8.5L): $80 each
• PB40 (2m+, 18.5L): $120 each
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Totara is a large, iconic native New Zealand tree found in lowland forests from sea level to 500 meters. This conifer is one of New Zealand’s most recognisable trees, known for its thick, stringy bark and dark green, sharply pointed leaves. Totara makes a striking specimen tree and is also highly valued for its durable timber. It is a versatile tree that can grow in a wide range of sites, including very exposed and partially shaded locations. Totara can also be clipped to form a dense hedge.
Growing Environment:
• Tolerances: Sun, Drought, Salt, Wind, Coastal, and Free-draining
• Endemic Distribution: Common throughout most of the North and South Islands. Extremely scarce on Stewart Island (Freshwater River).
Specifications:
• Height: 30 meters
• Flowering: October – December (with no visible flowers)
• Fruiting: The fruit takes about one year to ripen, with a peak fruiting period typically between April and May, around the same time cones are produced.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird attractant
• Bee food
• Hedging
• Riparian plantings
• Shade trees
• Forests
• Timber
• Shelter belts
Totara is perfect for those seeking a mighty tree for timber, shelter, or an attractive feature in forests or shade plantings. It can also be a reliable choice for hedging and wildlife support.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $10 each | 9 for $80
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $20 each | 5 for $80
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $40 each | 4 for $120
• PB18 (1m+, 8.5L): $80 each
• PB40 (2m+, 18.5L): $120 each
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”