Pine, 2 gal, Mountain

Pine, 2 gal, MountainConsidered to be closely related to Mugho Pines, the same tough characteristics are true for Mountain Pine. Moderately fast growing evergreen developing into a broad pyramidal tree form. Dark green needles year round. Attributes Type: Evergreen Tree Growth Habit: Pyramidal, Irregular Mature Height: 5 6m (16 20ft.) Mature Spread: 2 2. 5m (6 8ft.) Zone: 3 Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant Ornamental Features

Considered to be closely related to Mugho Pines, the same tough characteristics are true for Mountain Pine. Moderately fast growing evergreen developing into a broad pyramidal tree form. Dark green needles year round.

Attributes

Type: Evergreen Tree
Growth Habit: Pyramidal, Irregular
Mature Height: 5 - 6m (16 - 20ft.)
Mature Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 - 8ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant

Ornamental Features

Foliage Colour: Dark green needles.

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is required but a yearly shearing of the new candles when soft will keep the plant more compact. Typically in June.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established.
Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable; avoid poorly drained, soggy sites.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.