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Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik'

Also Known As

  • Cerik Scots Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 10"-18"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 10 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, globose, miniature, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A miniature variety with short, gray-green needles. Found as a witch's broom on a small mountain in Sweden.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Cerik'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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