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Pinus johannis

Also Known As

  • Pinus cembroides var. bicolor
  • Dwarf Pinon

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

Pinus johannis plant details

Pinus johannis is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Attracts birds. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pinus johannis

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: compact, distinctive bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pinus johannis

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of several attractive Mexican pinon pines. This 20-30 ft compact plant, collected in the mountains south of Saltillo, Mexico, has blue-green needles, attractive flaking bark, and yes, eventually, delicious edible nuts. Though adaptable to any garden, prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Very good in desert conditions. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7A, possibly 6b.

Gardening facts about Pinus johannis plant

How to Grow Pinus johannis

  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
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