Pinus mugo Pumilio Group

Also Known As

Pinus mugo 'Pumilio'
Pinus mugo var. pumilio
Dwarf Mugo Pine
Pumilio Mugo Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

2a-9b

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Pinus mugo Pumilio Group plant details

Pinus mugo Pumilio Group is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. and brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus mugo Pumilio Group

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, mass-planting, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus mugo Pumilio Group

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Of dense bushy habit, this more compact, dwarf form of the Mugo Pine has densely packed, deep-green, 1-3", curved needles; great for bonsai or container or landscape. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Geographical variant that usually produces smaller more compact plants. 3'x3' in ten years.

By: Fantastic Plants

A form which is widely distributed in the mountains of central Europe. A superb variety for the landscape, it is often used as a ground cover. Can be pruned to keep it very low, as it grows only 1-3" a year. Very adaptable and excellent to use in mass planting or as a single plant in the garden.