A tall native rainforest conifer with a distinctive narrow crown of dark green tufted foliage and characteristic hoop-marked bark. A handsome feature and forestry tree for subtropical and warm gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 30 m H × 8 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Hoop Pine
Araucaria cunninghamii is a moderate-growing tree in the Araucariaceae family, native to Queensland and New South Wales. It reaches around 30 m tall and 8 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Hoop Pine
Hoop Pine suits subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Hoop Pine does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Hoop Pine does best with regular, moderate watering. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Hoop Pine in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Hoop Pine in the garden
Hoop Pine earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, a shade tree and a windbreak.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate as Hoop Pine. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Hoop Pine
Plant Sale lists Hoop Pine as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
