Araucaria columnaris - Evergreen Trees Direct

Araucaria columnaris

Name: Araucaria columnaris
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: ARAUCOLM300L
Price: 3000.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$3,000.00

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Size: 300L

300L 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 2.1m - 2.9m Approx.
300L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Araucaria columnaris

Araucaria columnaris – Cook Pine is a tall, upright conifer from New Caledonia with a distinct columnar form and dense, green, needle-like foliage. Its narrow vertical habit makes it well-suited for adding height and structure to coastal or tropical-style landscapes.

Tolerant of wind and salt spray, it performs well in exposed sites and needs minimal care once established. Ideal for feature planting where strong vertical lines are needed.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Araucaria columnaris is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 20 m – 25 m

Mature Width: 4 m – 6 m

Araucaria columnaris is expected to grow 40 – 70 cm/year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Araucaria columnaris frost tolerant?

Araucaria columnaris is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Araucaria columnaris produces very small and inconspicuous reproductive structures rather than true showy flowers. These tiny male and female cones sit high along the branches and form part of its natural seasonal cycle without creating a visible floral display.

Native Information

Is Araucaria columnaris an Australian Native? No

Araucaria columnaris is Native to New Caledonia, where it grows naturally along coastal areas and rocky slopes.

Wildlife Value

Its dense, symmetrical structure provides excellent shelter and perching sites for small birds, while its cones support insects and cone-feeding species. The tall, narrow canopy also creates valuable vertical habitat that enhances biodiversity in coastal and large landscape settings.

Sunlight Information

Araucaria columnaris will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Araucaria columnaris performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as it matures and develops moderate drought resilience.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Cook Pine

Genus: Araucaria

Botanical Species: columnaris

Family: Araucariaceae

Botanical Name: Araucaria columnaris

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree
Avenue Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes
Shade Tree

Araucaria columnaris works in an:

Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant Araucaria columnaris

Location Selection: Choose a spot with ample sunlight.
Soil Preference: Favors well-draining, slightly acidic soils.
Digging: Dig a hole about twice the diameter of the tree's root ball.
Planting: Place the tree in the hole, fill with soil, and press down gently.
Initial Watering: Water deeply after planting.

Hedging & Screening: Not suitable – Too tall and upright for screening

Feature Tree: 4 m – 6 m – Best showcased individually for dramatic vertical form

Avenue Planting Trees: 6 m – 8 m – Tall, symmetrical growth suits grand avenues

Caring for Araucaria columnaris

Watering: Regular watering is essential during its formative years. Mature trees are more drought-resistant.
Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weed growth.
Pruning: Minimal pruning is required; remove only dead or diseased branches.

Enhancing Soil for Towering, Elegant Growth

Ideal Drainage: Prefers well-drained soil.

Well-Draining Soil: Fantastic, allowing this tall tree to establish a robust root system.

If you have the following soil, here are some tips for you:

Sandy Soil: Naturally draining and easy to work with; enrich with compost to ensure adequate nutrient levels.
Clay Soil: Too dense for optimal growth; amend with sand and organic matter to lighten the texture and improve aeration.
Loamy Soil: An excellent environment that supports growth with its balanced drainage and nutrient availability. Enhance with organic matter to keep it fertile.
Peaty Soil: Very rich; adjust with coarse sand to improve drainage, optimizing growth conditions for this majestic tree.

Araucaria columnaris is expected to grow 40 – 70 cm/year.

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Araucaria columnaris develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs reliably in coastal and dry conditions, maintaining its strong columnar form with deep, occasional watering during extended heat.