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Also Known As

  • Pinus mugo 'Ambergold'
  • Amber Gold Mugo Pine
  • Ambergold Dwarf Mugo Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 1'-4'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 2a-9b

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Pinus mugo 'Amber Gold' plant details

Pinus mugo 'Amber Gold' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with bronze and gold foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus mugo 'Amber Gold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and gold
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, globose, rock garden, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus mugo 'Amber Gold'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With winter's short days and cold temperatures, the color of this dwarf pine changes from a yellow-green color to a vibrant, amber gold color. The contrast is remarkable, and the color is deeper than that of many other winter-gold pines, almost orange.
A dwarf form with golden winter foliage. Will stay under 2’ tall in many years.
Pinus mugo 'Ambergold' A dwarf form of Mugo Pine. Winter time, leaves turn bright yellow. Plant grows 4 inches a year. Leaves usually in Summer dark green. Very little pruning to make a very nice shape.

Gardening facts about Pinus mugo 'Amber Gold' plant

How to Grow Pinus mugo 'Amber Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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