Pinus flexilis

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Limber Pine

 
California Native Plant
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Description

Pinus flexilis is an evergreen tree that grows 30'-55' tall at a slow to moderate pace. It has a thick trunk, open round top, and many limber branches that may droop. Cones are 5" long, oval or cone shaped, buff to buff-orange. Needles are blue green in color. It prefers moist, well draining soil. This pine is used for bonsai.

 

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  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

 

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Orange, White

 

Fruit Season

Intermittent

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.