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Buy Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'

Also Known As

Blue Shag Dwarf Eastern White Pine
Blue Shag Eastern White Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

3a-8b

15-18” | $96

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Fewer than 20 at Bloom River Gardens

12-15” hd (18” Std) | $251

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15-18” hd (18” Std) | $276

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18-24” hd (12” Std) | $326

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1 gallon | $59

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#3 Container | $104.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

#7, 30-36" | $214.99

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Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT tall
Uses: bonsai, border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, globose, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blue Shag is a fitting name for this fine globose form of Eastern white pine, which is a dense, wide bush with lush blue-green needles. Selected by Dr. Sidney Waxman at University of Connecticut in 1986 from research that introduced over twenty selections

By: Conifer Kingdom

The outstanding 4-6' dwarf white pine forms a very dense mound of attractive, bright blue-green needles. The lovely needles (bundled in fives) are soft to the touch, so this treasure can be planted near walkways or any trafficked area. This award winning specimen is very low-maintenance and perfect for rock gardens or containers. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Dwarf form of the Eastern white pine. Soft, blue-cast dense needles with silver-gray bands underneath.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Dwarf, dense, globe shaped pine with soft bluish green needles. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag' - Dwarf Eastern White Pine This easy-care conifer has a dwarf, dense habit with short, blue green needles that are soft to the touch. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions. Effective in rock gardens, shrub borders or as a specimen. Evergreen.