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Pinus strobus 'Elf'

Also Known As

  • Elf Eastern White Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Pinus strobus 'Elf' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Elf' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and 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 'Elf'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 IN wide, 4 FT tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Elf'

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

Slow-growing branches on this dwarf pine have blue-green needles of irregular lengths, all of them being shorter than the species.

Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'Elf' plant

How to Grow Pinus strobus 'Elf'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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