Pinus heldreichii 'Compact Gem'

Also Known As

Pinus leucodermis 'Compact Gem'
Compact Gem Bosnian Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 4'-10'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Pinus heldreichii 'Compact Gem' plant details

Pinus heldreichii 'Compact Gem' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus heldreichii 'Compact Gem'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus heldreichii 'Compact Gem'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A columnar slow growing specimen with deep greenish black needles. Will grow into an upright, cylindrical shape.

By: Garden World

A dwarf Bosnian Pine with dark green needles. Very slow growing. Introduced in 1964 by Hillier nursery in England.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

An excellent slow growing form introduced in 1964 by Hillier's, Van Hoey Smith considers it one of the best small conifers in cultivation, it's nice but I wouldn't go that far.