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Radiata pines grown close together and trimmed into hedges are excellent for sheltering stock from cold winds that can cause high losses, especially at lambing time. Radiata pines grow quickly and require little maintenance apart from pruning.
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Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
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