Araucaria araucana 'Monkey Puzzle' Tree - 4Ltr Pot
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Araucaria araucana 'Monkey Puzzle' Tree - 4Ltr Pot
Araucaria Araucana (Monkey Puzzle Tree / Chile Pine) 4Ltr Pot
The Araucaria Araucana (Monkey Puzzle Tree) is a striking evergreen specimen tree prized for its dramatic architectural shape and distinctive spiky foliage. Slow growing yet long-lived, this remarkable tree creates a bold focal point in large gardens, where its unique form can be admired throughout the year.
Key Features
- Architectural evergreen tree with distinctive dark green, triangular, spiny foliage
- Excellent specimen plant for creating a dramatic focal point in spacious gardens
- Slow-growing habit develops into a magnificent long-lived landscape feature
- Very hardy (H7), making it suitable for gardens across the UK
- Produces male or female cones on separate mature trees, adding seasonal interest
- Thrives in a range of soil pH levels, provided the soil is moist but well-drained
Product Description
The Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria araucana) is one of the world's most recognisable conifers, admired for its bold silhouette and unusual branches covered in stiff, glossy, dark green triangular leaves. Native to Chile and Argentina, this ancient evergreen brings year-round structure and character to larger landscapes.
As it matures, the tree develops an impressive architectural form with evenly spaced branches that create a striking sculptural effect. Mature specimens may produce large cones, with male and female cones developing on separate trees. Its dramatic appearance makes it an outstanding choice as a standalone specimen where it has plenty of space to grow and showcase its unique shape.
Ideal for east, south or west-facing positions, the Monkey Puzzle Tree performs best in a sheltered location with moist, well-drained soil. It is adaptable to acidic, neutral or alkaline soils and rewards patient gardeners with decades of year-round evergreen interest.
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Araucaria Araucana
- Common Names: Monkey Puzzle Tree, Chile Pine
- Plant Type: Evergreen conifer tree
- Foliage: Evergreen, dark green, glossy, stiff, leathery, triangular-shaped leaves
- Foliage Colour: Dark green
- Hardiness: H7 – Very Hardy
- Eventual Height: Over 12m
- Eventual Spread: Over 8m
- Position: East-facing, south-facing or west-facing
- Exposure: Sheltered
- Soil Type: Moist but well-drained
- Soil pH: Acidic, neutral or alkaline
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Garden Use: Specimen tree, architectural planting, large gardens
Care Tips
- Plant in a sheltered position with plenty of room for future growth.
- Grow in moist, well-drained soil and water regularly while establishing.
- Avoid planting where branches may obstruct paths, as the foliage is sharp and spiny.
- Apply a layer of mulch in spring to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
- Pruning is rarely required; simply remove damaged or dead branches if necessary.
- Allow sufficient space for its impressive mature size when choosing a planting location.
The Araucaria Araucana (Monkey Puzzle Tree), is a truly unforgettable addition to any large garden, offering year-round architectural interest and lasting impact. A superb choice for anyone looking to invest in a unique specimen tree that will become a treasured feature for generations.
The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.
Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.
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Delivery
Delivery
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We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.
Your Questions Answered...
What are the delivery options and prices?
We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.
- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).
The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.
New! Deliver to InPost Locker
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- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
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Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?
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Who delivers my order?
Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.
What is kerbside pallet delivery?
Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.
We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.
What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.
Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?
Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles
What is the warranty on my purchase?
All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.
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Returns
Returns
How do I return an item?
If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.
When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.
