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Also Known As

  • Little Brolly Scot's Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 2a-8b

1 gallon | $59

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Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 10 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, miniature, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

So incredibly tiny and cute, a witches broom so unusual you would never guess it was a Scot's Pine; after 10 years this little wonder will be a 10" x 18" flat-topped mound, this is the perfect conifer for miniature plant enthusiasts or rock garden accent. S/M
Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly' - A miniature Scot's Pine evergreen conifer with a low mounding form. Needles are light green, slightly contorted and borne on thin wiry stems. Overall appearance is neat and cute. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Little Brolly'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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