A striking, evergreen conifer which is instantly recognised as the Monkey Puzzle Tree. Araucaria araucana has a wonderful upright, branching habit that makes it such an interesting and unique specimen plant which requires very little maintenance. The almost-horizontal branches are covered in triangular scale-like foliage and yellow-green cones will decorate it throughout the summer. Allow plenty of space for Araucaria araucana to create a shapely specimen and reach towering heights once fully mature.Height: 12m (39’). Spread: 8m (26’). This majestic conifer is instantly recognizable as the Monkey Puzzle Tree. A stately evergreen conifer with a very distinctive upright, branching habit that makes this such a striking specimen plant. Grow Araucaria trees in any rich fertile, moist but well drained soil in full sun or semi-shade. Choose a position with shelter from cold winds in winter. Araucaria will form a large specimen tree over time, so allow plenty of space when planting.
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