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Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.'

Also Known As

  • Bennett OD Eastern White Pine

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with gold foliage. Attracts birds. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An open conical form and yellow-banded blue-green needles. When the needles emerge, then entire plant is bright gold. Susceptible to burn in full sun, we recommend planting in partial shade. Also known as 'Bennett O.D.'

Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.' plant

How to Grow Pinus strobus 'Bennett O.D.'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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