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Pinus mugo 'White Bud'

Also Known As

  • White Bud Dwarf Mugo Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 2a-8b

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Pinus mugo 'White Bud' plant details

Pinus mugo 'White Bud' is an evergreen conifer shrub 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 well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus mugo 'White Bud'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, mounding, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus mugo 'White Bud'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A moderately sized plant with attractive white waxy winter buds giving the plant a frosted look. New shoots emerge pure white and gradually fade to green, plant is a short needle dwarf bun (try googling that phrase with safe search off).
Pronounced terminal buds look like bright white

Gardening facts about Pinus mugo 'White Bud' plant

How to Grow Pinus mugo 'White Bud'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • 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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