Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem'

Also Known As

Riverside Gem Scotch Pine
Riverside Gem Scots Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 2'-6'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, compact, container plant, dwarf, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Silver Blue needles on a conical, compact evergreen. Deer resistant. Hardy to Zone 3

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Garden photo gallery of Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem'

Photo of Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem' foliage by Greer Gardens Inc.

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By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Riverside Gem'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant