Pinus brutia var. eldarica

Also Known As

Pinus brutia 'eldarica'
Pinus brutia subsp. eldarica
Pinus eldarica
Afghan Pine
Eldar Pine
Mondale Pine
Mondell Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 30'-80'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Pinus brutia var. eldarica plant details

Pinus brutia var. eldarica is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus brutia var. eldarica

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 30 FT - 80 FT - tall
Uses: fragrant, rare, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus brutia var. eldarica

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare desert species, this 90' tree has long slender needles in bundles of two and extremely resinous wood which is aromatic when brushed or cut. It is very easily mistaken for Aleppo Pine (P. halepensis)to which it is closely related; endemic to Azerbaijan it is found growing 600-1800' in elevation on the stony north- and north-east-facing slopes of the Eilyar-Oyugu range. To shelter this near-threatened species a protected area has been established in the Gey-Gel Reserve. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

This native to Afghanistan is extremeiy good for desert areas. It is drought tollerant and in fact will not do well in areas of high rainfall. It makes a wonderful windbreak or fast-growing treeline here in Arizona. It makes a decent Christmas tree with some trimming. Its mature hight can be 60 ft or more. Hardy in zones 6 to 11. For sale are seedlings in small, 2 & 1/2 inch pots. WE CAN NOT SHIP LIVE PLANTS INTERNATIONALLY!

By: Edens Blooms

This dark-needled pine, from Russia and Afghanistan, loves dry conditions, growing quickly when young, eventually reaching 30-80' tall by 15-25' wide with a symmetrical form, rounding on top over time. Needles are 6" long in sets of two and occasionally 3. Tolerates poor soils but good drainage is best for long term health. Drought tolerant once established, but accepts occasional deep watering, in full sun inland or on the coast where plants tolerate windy conditions. Frost hardy to -10 °F, USDA zone 6.