
Dwarf mountain pine
Pinus mugo
Dwarf mountain pine is an incredibly tough, slow-growing evergreen conifer that tolerates cold, wind, and poor soils with ease. It requires very little maintenance once established and is excellent for rock gardens, slopes, or as a low-maintenance landscape specimen. Pruning is rarely necessary but new candle growth can be pinched in late spring to maintain a compact shape.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
—
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply At Establishment; Once Established, Rainfall Is Generally Sufficient Except During Prolonged Drought
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 22, 2019 by margarida vila (cc-by-sa)
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