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Pinus cembra 'Tip Top'

Also Known As

  • Tip Top Swiss Stone Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Pinus cembra 'Tip Top' plant details

Pinus cembra 'Tip Top' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus cembra 'Tip Top'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus cembra 'Tip Top'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pinus cembra 'Tip Top' - A dense, upright evergreen conifer with soft silver blue needles. Dwarf, eventually forming a columnar tree. Prefers full sun in well drained soil.
A dense conical form with silver and blue needles contrasted by green new growth.

Gardening facts about Pinus cembra 'Tip Top' plant

How to Grow Pinus cembra 'Tip Top'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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