Pinus strobus 'Hillside Gem'

Also Known As

Hillside Gem Eastern White Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'
W: 4'

planting zones

3a-8b

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Pinus strobus 'Hillside Gem' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Hillside Gem' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'Hillside Gem'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Hillside Gem'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A pyramidal, tight dwarf plant with all branches headed upward. Leaves are a blue-grey. Leaves are very wiry and delicate. Grows about 2 inches a year.