Pine, 1 gal, Swiss Stone

Description

Dense, narrow, pyramidal and extremely slow-growing. Soft, dark green needles and smooth bark. Retains colour over winter. Resistant to sun/wind burn. Retains needles on lower branches with maturity. Drought tolerant once established in an acidic moist, well-drained soil.

Attributes

Type: Evergreen Tree

Growth Habit: Pyramidal, Narrow

Mature Height: 10 – 12m (33 – 40ft.)

Mature Spread: 4 – 5m (13 – 16ft.)

Zone: 3

Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant

Ornamental Features

Foliage Colour: Soft dark green needles.

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is necessary. Prune broken or damaged limbs.

Light: Full sun

Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established.

Soil: Prefers a moist well drained slightly acidic soil.

Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.