{"product_id":"podocarpus-alpinus-blue-gem-live-evergreen-shrub-blue-foliage-plum-yew-compact-groundcover-conifer-1-container-grown","title":"Podocarpus alpinus ‘Blue Gem’ Live Evergreen Shrub | Blue Foliage Plum Yew | #1 Container Grown","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd unique color and evergreen texture to your landscape with Podocarpus alpinus ‘Blue Gem’, also known as Blue Gem Alpine Plum Yew. This compact evergreen shrub is prized for its striking blue-green foliage and low-growing spreading habit, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, alpine landscapes, and decorative containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, attractive reddish new growth adds seasonal contrast and visual interest against the cool-toned foliage. Its dense, compact form provides year-round structure while remaining easy to maintain. Perfect for modern landscapes and low-maintenance gardens, this hardy evergreen offers exceptional beauty in both small and large outdoor spaces. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Podocarpus alpinus ‘Blue Gem’ shrub\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Grown in #1 nursery container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Compact blue foliage conifer\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Blue Gem Alpine Plum Yew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Podocarpus alpinus ‘Blue Gem’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen conifer shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Established container-grown plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 1 foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: Up to 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a sunny location with excellent drainage to maintain vibrant foliage color and healthy growth. Minimal pruning is needed to maintain its naturally compact form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499603652740,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_49_08c631b2-cf5b-4244-8c2f-e53618f8d9d0.jpg?v=1783660296","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/podocarpus-alpinus-blue-gem-live-evergreen-shrub-blue-foliage-plum-yew-compact-groundcover-conifer-1-container-grown","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}