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Also Known As

  • Pennock Pass Pincushion Ponderosa Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Pinus ponderosa 'Pennock Pass Pincushion' plant details

Pinus ponderosa 'Pennock Pass Pincushion' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus ponderosa 'Pennock Pass Pincushion'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, globose

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus ponderosa 'Pennock Pass Pincushion'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This variety was selected from seed collected near Pennock Pass in Colorado. Its remarkably tight habit and light green color make it a truly exceptional variety.

Gardening facts about Pinus ponderosa 'Pennock Pass Pincushion' plant

How to Grow Pinus ponderosa 'Pennock Pass Pincushion'

  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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