Ponderosa pine
Pinus ponderosa
Ponderosa pine is a majestic, long-lived conifer native to western North America that thrives in full sun with well-drained soils and low to moderate moisture once established. Young trees benefit from regular deep watering during dry spells, but mature specimens are highly drought-adaptable and require very little intervention. This iconic landscape tree provides year-round interest, wildlife habitat, and a distinctive vanilla-scented bark.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
peat
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Watering Schedule
Every 14-21 Days When Young; Established Trees Are Largely Self-Sufficient • Deep, Infrequent Watering To Encourage Deep Root Development; Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 9
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 5, 2019 by Kampf Robert (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.