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Pinus strobus 'Blue Jay'

Also Known As

  • Blue Jay Eastern White Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Pinus strobus 'Blue Jay' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Blue Jay' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 strobus 'Blue Jay'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Blue Jay'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Soft, blue-gray needles on this dwarf, mounding pine are very distinctive. This low-growing conifer was introduced by Sidney Waxman.

Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'Blue Jay' plant

How to Grow Pinus strobus 'Blue Jay'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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