Pinus oocarpa

Also Known As

Mexican Yellow Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 50'-100'
W: 30'-60'

planting zones

9a-11

Pinus oocarpa plant details

Pinus oocarpa is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus oocarpa

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 FT - 60 FT - wide, 50 FT - 100 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus oocarpa

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 50-100' round-headed tree with its 8-10" needles inhabits a wide range of territory, often controlled by fire; its responses are a serotinous (fire-opening) cone and the unusual ability to regrow from the root. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Pinus oocarpa plant

How to Grow Pinus oocarpa

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant