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Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis'

Also Known As

  • 'Globosa Viridis Austrian Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 8'
  • W: 8'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - 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 'Globosa Viridis'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 8 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rounded dwarf form of the Scotch Pine. Needles are somewhat twisted in nature with a blueish-green cast. It can be pruned into topiary or poodled form where its size can be maintained. Develops gorgeous plated bark which looks amazing with moss growing on the trunk. Growth Rate slow
Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis' - Nice looking dwarf evergreen conifer, slow-growing rounded form of Scot's Pine eventually reaching about 8', covered with dense, shaggy, slightly twisted needles. Tolerant of poor, dry sites and coastal conditions. Makes a good accent shrub or border planting. Easily pruned to topiary form or to maintain size for dwarf and miniature landscapes.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Globosa Viridis'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - 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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