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Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold'

Also Known As

  • Buchanan’s Gold Scots Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold' plant details

Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer and snail / slug
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This bright-colored cultivar will form an upright tree with bright gold foliage, but it can be trimmed to stay small. The golden color is most intense in winter.

Gardening facts about Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold' plant

How to Grow Pinus sylvestris 'Buchanan's Gold'

  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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