One of the world's olders and rarest trees and Australia's newest icon is set to make a comeback in homes and gardens worldwide. The Wollemi Pine is a native conifer that dates back to the time of the dinosaurs and was previously thought extinct until its chance discovery in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. You can now play a part in its conservation by growing your own Wollemi Pine or giving one to someone special.
The ultimate survivor, the Wollemi Pine is low maintenance, easy to grow and highly versatile. It will thrive in a diverse temperature range from -5 to 45ºC, can be grown in either full sun or shade, and enjoys a well drained, fertile site. A spectacular specimen tree, the Wollemi Pine can be planted as an avenue, grove or hedge - perhaps reaching a height of up to 20 metres in its lifetime. As it can also be maintained in a pot and pruned to remain compact, they are ideal for patios and courtyards, as well as indoors in well lit positions.