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Pinus mugo 'Prostrata'

Also Known As

  • Mugo Pine
  • Prostrate Mugo Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer, groundcover

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 30"-6'

planting zones

  • 2a-8b

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Pinus mugo 'Prostrata' plant details

Pinus mugo 'Prostrata' is a slow-growing evergreen groundcover conifer shrub with green foliage. and brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular 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 mugo 'Prostrata'

Plant type: groundcover conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus mugo 'Prostrata'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This evergreen conifer is a very distinctive form of Mugo pine because it grows completely flat. Dark green needles are topped by many small, round, brown cones. This prostrate dwarf pine will add some pizazz to any garden!
A flat growing plant from Iseli, the name is illegitimate under the rules for nomenclature.
Dense, prostrate habit, Hardy to zone 2

Gardening facts about Pinus mugo 'Prostrata' plant

How to Grow Pinus mugo 'Prostrata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • 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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