Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle'

Also Known As

Pinus leucodermis 'Mint Truffle'
Mint Truffle Bosnian Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle' plant details

Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, disease-resistant, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Densely packed, dark green needles along incurving branches create a compact, well proportioned conifer. Tolerant to a wide variety of conditions and resistant to pest and disease. Also sold a Pinus heldreichii 'Mint Truffle'. An Iseli Nursery introduction.

By: Bloom River Gardens

A dense, pyramidal pine with handsome, dark-green foliage. A dwarf introduction with a tasteful name!

By: Conifer Kingdom

Pinus leucodermis (heldreichii) 'Mint Truffle' A stunning fine textured evergreen with long thin mint-green needles that emerge white; shape is broad and rounded with finely textured needles covering every shoot completely; highly tolerant and disease resistant, it makes a beautiful year round display