Pinus ponderosa var. washoensis

Also Known As

Pinus washoensis
Washoe Pine
Yellow Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 130'
W: 20'

planting zones

5a-9b

Pinus ponderosa var. washoensis plant details

Pinus ponderosa var. washoensis is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus ponderosa var. washoensis

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 20 FT - wide, 0 - 130 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, long-lived, native plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus ponderosa var. washoensis

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare and distinct pine similar to the Jeffry and Ponderosa pines (there is some debate as to whether washoensis is a separate species or a subspecies of P. ponderosa) its most distinguishable variance is its much smaller cones, these majestic pines can reach up to 180' (60-100' in cultivation); some of the populations of this tree occur in the Lassen Volcanic region of California and on Mount Rose in Nevada; it has the wonderful vanilla scent associated with P. jefferyi and was named for the Washoe Indians. S/D