Pinus mugo uncinata |
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Swiss Mountain Mugho Pine |
Description
This plant may be prostrate shrub, low shrub (2'-30' tall) or pyramidal tree, 30'-80' tall and wide. It has needle-like, blue-green leaves. This very hardy tree usually has a straight tall gray colored, fissured trunk. It can tolerate urban conditions. Use as a specimen or for a privacy hedge. Brown cones appear on the tree. It can be grown in full to part sun with well draining soil. It needs a moderate amount of watering. A beautiful conifer for an alpine or woodland setting.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer, Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40', 40-60', 60-100'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Intermittent
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Standard, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Foundation, Lawn, Park, Raised Planter, Street Tree, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Hedge, Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.