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Pinus montezumae

Also Known As

  • Montezuma Pine

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 40'-100'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Pinus montezumae plant details

Pinus montezumae is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus montezumae

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 40 FT - 100 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus montezumae

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A tall (to 100') tree with dense rounded crown, long 6-12" leaves in 5's, deeply fissured bark; many Mexican pines related to this. S/D

Gardening facts about Pinus montezumae plant

How to Grow Pinus montezumae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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