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Buy Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand'

Also Known As

  • Rand Lodgepole Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand' plant details

Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The distinctive, resinous candles protrude from this dense, globose pine. The flattened needles are a dark green color. One of the best lodgepole pines!

Gardening facts about Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand' plant

How to Grow Pinus contorta var. latifolia 'Rand'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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