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    Pinus nigra

    Also Known As

    • Austrian Pine
    • Black Pine
    • Corsican Pine

    Plant type

    tree, conifer

    size

    • H: 40'-50'
    • W: 20'-25'

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Pinus nigra plant details

    Pinus nigra is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. and brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus nigra

    Plant type: conifer tree
    Plant family: pinaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 20 FT - 25 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
    Uses: bare root shipping available, pyramidal, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus nigra

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Also known as the European Black Pine, Pinus nigra is a medium size Pine species that often forms a light multi-trunk habit with a thick trunk and shorter height. As trees mature they develop a stocky appearance with their low, spreading branches - the opposite of almost all other pine species. This branching habit is apparent even on young seedlings which tend to have several tall branches that face upwards and grow almost as tall as the main leader.

    Typically the Austrian Pine prefers locations with cool summers, in areas with hot summers these trees do best with small amounts of afternoon shade and protection from strong winds.

    By: Red Panda Nursery

    Coniferous evergreen with low-spreading branches and a broad, flat-topped habit at maturity. In youth it is more pyramidal in shape. Dark green needles, that can be either straight or curved, densely cover the branches. Bark of this pine is among the best! Dark brown furrows and flattened ridges are very attractive. This hardy pine will tolerate coastal conditions, poor soils, clay or alkaline soils, heat and drought. Fantastic choice for a specimen tree, or also as a screen or windbreak. Growth Rate fast, 12"+ annually

    By: Garden World

    Pyramidal when young becomes flat topped. Deer resistant, tolerates wind & cold. USDA Zones 5-8.

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    This impressive tree originated in the forests of Austria and extends as far south as Turkey. Very rough, dark brown and deeply cut bark along with shining dark green needles make for an unforgettable show. This is an excellent background tree which is very dark green, viewed from a distance. Mature height generally reaches to about 50', sometimes greater.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Pinus nigra plant

    How to Grow Pinus nigra

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • wind tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • brown

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    aka Pinus contorta 'Chief Joseph', Chief Joseph Lodgepole Pine, Chief Joseph Pine

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-12'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • low - drought tolerant
    Photo of Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Chief Joseph' form, landscape by Conifer Kingdom
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    Pinus thunbergii 'Thunderhead'

    aka Thunderhead Japanese Black Pine

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 4'-10'

    Width: 5'-15'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Pinus parviflora 'Bergman'

    aka Pinus parviflora 'Bergmanii Select', Pinus parviflora 'Bergmanii', Bergman Japanese White Pine, Bergman's Japanese White Pine, Bergmanii Select Japanese White Pine

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub, Conifer

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4'-6'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Pinus parviflora 'Bergman' cones, foliage by plant lust
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    Pinus longaeva

    aka Great Basin Bristle Pine, Western Bristle Pine

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 15'-50'

    Width: 10'-30'

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Pinus longaeva close-up by Stan Shebs
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    Pinus radiata

    aka Insignis Pine, Monterey Pine

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 50'-200'

    Width: 25'-100'

    • sun - mostly shade
    Photo of Pinus radiata form by Fir0002/Flagstaffotos
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