Pinus mugo 'Aurea'
Also Known As
- Aurea Mugo Pine
- Aurea Swiss Mountain Pine
- Dwarf Golden Mountain Pine
- Gold Mugo Pine
Plant type
shrub, conifer
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 2a-9b
Pinus mugo 'Aurea' plant details
Pinus mugo 'Aurea' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus mugo 'Aurea'
- Plant type: conifer shrub
- Plant family: pinaceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus mugo 'Aurea'
- USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Pinus mugo ' Aurea ' Gold Mugo Pine Dwarf Golden Mountain Pine or Mugo Pine. Needles are yellow turning to green yellow in summer. Needles have the best color in winter. Listed by Iseli Nursery around 1982.
By: Kigi Nursery
Gardening facts about Pinus mugo 'Aurea' plant
How to Grow Pinus mugo 'Aurea'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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