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Also Known As

  • Repens Scots Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-1'
  • W: 16"-10'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Pinus sylvestris 'Repens' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Repens' is an evergreen groundcover conifer shrub with blue foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Repens'

Plant type: groundcover conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 16 IN - 10 FT - wide, 4 IN - 1 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Repens'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dark green to glaucous-green spreading form. Might put on 6" of growth, but the branch layering makes the net gain minimal. Has an alpine look and often an irregular outline.
Pinus sylvestris 'Repens' - A miniature creeping Scot's Pine evergreen conifer with a low dense form. Needles are gray-blue and white buds add a sparkling look. Perfect for the rock garden. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil.
A spreading plant with bluish needles and prominent very resinous winter buds that was found on the Skyland farm.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Repens' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Repens'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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