Pinus patula

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Jelecote or Mexican Pine

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Jacobs/Chan

 

Description

The Pinus patula is fast-growing to a height of 60'-80' tall. It has a symmetrical pyramid with widely spaced branch tiers. The long, shiny green needles cluster in 3's, and are 12" in length. It prefers full sun and well draining soil. Light brown cones appear in fall and winter. Too much water turns needles yellow.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

 

Height Range

60-100'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Yellow Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Red

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.