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    • Photo of Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag' by Conifer Kingdom

    Photo by Conifer Kingdom

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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

    24 inch head (18" Std) | $326

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    Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

    4' high x 8' wide | $1000.99

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    Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

    1 gallon | $59

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    Fewer than 12 at Forestfarm

    #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.

    By: Kigi Nursery

    Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag' plant

    How to Grow Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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