Nothofagus antarctica

A handsome and elegant specimen tree which is native to South America which can be found from Cape Horn northward up to the Andes. The branchlets, arranged in a herringbone formation are covered in glossy, small, bright green leaves. The bare trunk and branches are especially striking in winter when the horizontal silvery-grey lenticels stand out against the chocolate coloured bark.

A spectacular garden tree once established which deserves to be more widely planted!

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well drained or moist, fertile soil. Nothofagus antarctica will not grow well in a shallow, chalky soil.
• Hardiness: Very hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Medium sized or eventually large, branching tree.
  • Height: 20 m (65 ft).
  • Spread: 10 m (32 ft).