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Pinus uncinata

Also Known As

  • Pinus mugo rostrata
  • Mountain Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 30'-60'
  • W: 15'-30'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Pinus uncinata plant details

Pinus uncinata is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus uncinata

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus uncinata

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?A splendid dense, bushy, broadly conical tree? (Hillier); needles and density similar to P. mugo but more tree-like (to 75'). S/M-D

Gardening facts about Pinus uncinata plant

How to Grow Pinus uncinata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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