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Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column'

Also Known As

  • Spaan's Slow Column Scots Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 48"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 48 IN tall
Uses: border plant, columnar, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very narrow columnar form with dark green to gray-green needles. Branching is more dense and needles are retained better than P. sylvestris 'Fastigiata.' An excellent columnar form.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Spaan's Slow Column'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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