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
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
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Pinus for your garden
aka Pinus contorta 'Chief Joseph', Chief Joseph Lodgepole Pine, Chief Joseph Pine
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
aka Thunderhead Japanese Black Pine
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 5'-15'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Pinus parviflora 'Bergmanii Select', Pinus parviflora 'Bergmanii', Bergman Japanese White Pine, Bergman's Japanese White Pine, Bergmanii Select Japanese White Pine
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
aka Great Basin Bristle Pine, Western Bristle Pine
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 15'-50'
Width: 10'-30'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Insignis Pine, Monterey Pine
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 50'-200'
Width: 25'-100'
- sun - mostly shade
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals© 2010—2026 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved