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Pinus uncinata 'Silver Candles'

Also Known As

  • Silver Candles Mountain Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 30"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Pinus uncinata 'Silver Candles' plant details

Pinus uncinata 'Silver Candles' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features fuzzy texture. 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 uncinata 'Silver Candles'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: chartreuse and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus uncinata 'Silver Candles'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf pyramid shaped conifer with silvery candles. As the candles emerge they are enveloped in a silvery pubescent netting which is particularly interesting. A great variety for small spaces or a border planting.
A nice dwarf selection noted for the prominent new candles, it is irresistible when it is breaking into new spring growth

Gardening facts about Pinus uncinata 'Silver Candles' plant

How to Grow Pinus uncinata 'Silver Candles'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
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