Buy Pinus mugo 'Color Island'

Also Known As

Color Island Mugo Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

2a-9b

#3 Container | $159.99

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Pinus mugo 'Color Island' plant details

Pinus mugo 'Color Island' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus mugo 'Color Island'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus mugo 'Color Island'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark-green needles have golden-yellow "islands" at the tips. A delightful new, colorful selection from Artur Maj of Poland.

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Gardening facts about Pinus mugo 'Color Island' plant

How to Grow Pinus mugo 'Color Island'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant