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Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers'

Also Known As

  • Golden Showers Eastern White Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-5'
  • W: 2'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers' plant details

Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright golden-yellow variegation is banded on the needles of this dwarf, upright pine. Its beautiful, soft needles and dwarf form make it a splendid conifer for a rock garden.

Gardening facts about Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers' plant

How to Grow Pinus strobus 'Golden Showers'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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