Pinus sylvestris 'Bonna'

Also Known As

Bonna Blue Scot's Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 10'-40'
W: 6'-20'

planting zones

2a-8b

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Pinus sylvestris 'Bonna' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Bonna' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Bonna'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Bonna'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This relatively new cultivar of Scots pine was selected at the Trompenburg Arboretum in Rotterdam, Netherlands for its noteworthy silvery-blue foliage color. This selection does not only receive praise for its long, soft needles, but also for its cinnamon colored pealing bark. This broad, upright grower will mature into a large, beautiful specimen tree. Growth Rate medium, 6-12" annually

By: Garden World

Pinus sylvestris 'Bonna' - A blue form of Scotch Pine. The bluest form available. Needles powder blue and very large. Plant is on steriods. Must be pruned in spring and summer to keep a fuller plant. Plant from Trompenburg Arboretum in Holland.