Pinus strobus 'Ridgemont Rosie'

Also Known As

Ridgemont Rosie Eastern White Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'-20'
W: 4'-12'

planting zones

3a-9b

Pinus strobus 'Ridgemont Rosie' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Ridgemont Rosie' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with gold, green and variegated foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'Ridgemont Rosie'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, pyramidal, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Ridgemont Rosie'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This richly-variegated cultivar was found as a sport on a regular Pinus strobus by Ken Marek of Adrian, Michigan. It is named after the road on which it was found "Ridgemont" & "Rosie" is his daughter's name.