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    Pinus nigra 'Contorta'

    Also Known As

    • Contorted Austrian Pine

    Plant type

    shrub, conifer

    size

    • H: 5'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Pinus nigra 'Contorta' plant details

    Pinus nigra 'Contorta' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus nigra 'Contorta'

    Plant type: conifer shrub
    Plant family: pinaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 5 FT tall
    Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year-round-interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus nigra 'Contorta'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A slow growing form with twisted needles this goes way back to Carriére in 1855 France.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Pinus nigra 'Contorta' plant

    How to Grow Pinus nigra 'Contorta'

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant
      • snail / slug resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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