{"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 features striking blue-green foliage and a low-growing spreading habit, ideal for rock gardens, borders, alpine landscapes, and decorative containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, reddish new growth provides seasonal contrast against the cool-toned foliage. Its dense, compact form offers year-round structure and is easy to maintain. Suitable for modern landscapes and low-maintenance gardens, this hardy evergreen enhances both small and large outdoor spaces. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Blue Gem Alpine Plum Yew\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Podocarpus alpinus ‘Blue Gem’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen conifer shrub\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Established container-grown plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun preferred\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 1 foot\u003cbr\u003eMature Width: Up to 3 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–10\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\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":46765061898439,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/ListingShopify2_49_08c631b2-cf5b-4244-8c2f-e53618f8d9d0.jpg?v=1783782868","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/podocarpus-alpinus-blue-gem-live-evergreen-shrub-blue-foliage-plum-yew-compact-groundcover-conifer-1-container-grown","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}