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A dwarf form of the Mountain Pine that often grows prostrate but can reach 2m in height, slowly. Great for adding substance and winter interest to alpine and scree gardens and works well in containers. Shortish dark green needles look fine in the frost
pic courtesy of UUSDA-NRCS PLANTS DATABASE/ Herman, D.E. et al. 1996. North Dakota tree handbook. USDA NRCS ND State Soil Conservation Committee; NDSU Extension and Western Area Power Admin., Bismarck, ND., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Pinus mugo pumilio
Common name: Mountain Pine (Pumilio).
Native: Alps to South-east Europe.
Provenance: Italy
Size and spread (10 years): 1m
Treatment required: Requires pre chill.
Seeds / kg: 132,000
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Most soils including shallow chalk and limestone, although it grows better in slightly acid conditions.
Planting instructions: Can be planted in exposed positions, in cold spots and coastal areas. Prefers sun.
Mature height: 2m
| Weight | 5.00 g |
|---|---|
| Genus | Pinus |
| Size | Mini Seed Pack (approx 25 seeds), Seed Pack (approx 460 seeds) |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | evergreen |
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