RedCrocus Pinus 'Mini Twist' Dwarf Eastern White Pine Live Plant - Twisted Blue-Green Needled Evergreen, Compact Low-Maintenance Accent for Containers, Rock Gardens, Zones 3-8 7 Gallon Nursery Pot
RedCrocus Pinus 'Mini Twist' Dwarf Eastern White Pine Live Plant - Twisted Blue-Green Needled Evergreen, Compact Low-Maintenance Accent for Containers, Rock Gardens, Zones 3-8 7 Gallon Nursery Pot
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Pinus Mini Twist
A compact, whimsical dwarf pine prized for its blue‑green, corkscrew needles and naturally tidy habit. Often listed as a dwarf form of Eastern White Pine, this selection develops dense, tufted branchlets with playful texture. Ideal for modern landscapes, rock gardens, and containers where year‑round structure, movement, and soft color are desired.
Evergreen
Dwarf Conifer
Full Sun
Cold Hardy
Low Maintenance
Description
Pinus Mini Twist forms a small, irregularly rounded to conical dwarf with distinctly twisted, soft needles that
shimmer blue‑green through the seasons. Candle growth in late spring accentuates the texture, and with light
“candle‑pinching” it maintains a dense, cloud‑like silhouette. In 10 years it commonly reaches about 4–6 ft tall
and 3–5 ft wide, maturing slowly over decades. As a wind‑pollinated conifer, it offers subtle spring pollen cones
and small decorative cones with age. Plant in sun and well‑drained, preferably slightly acidic soil for best color
and structure.
Suggested Uses
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Containers & CourtyardsExcellent in large, well‑drained containers to showcase four‑season texture on patios and entries. -
Rock & Alpine GardensDwarf size and sculptural needles pair beautifully with stone, gravel, and boulders. -
Mixed Conifer BordersCombines with other dwarf conifers for layered form, color, and all‑season interest. -
Foundation & AccentA low‑maintenance architectural accent that stays neat with minimal pruning.
Plant Details
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Botanical NamePinus Mini Twist A dwarf selection often marketed as a form of Eastern White Pine.
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Common NamePinus Mini Twist
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Size & Growth
About 4–6 ft tall × 3–5 ft wide in 10 years; ultimately larger with great age; compact, dwarf habit.
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Hardiness ZonesUSDA Zones 3–8 (cold hardy; avoid extreme heat plus poor drainage).
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Foliage TypeNeedled evergreen with soft, twisted blue‑green needles.
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Bloom TimeInconspicuous; produces pollen cones in late spring; ornamental value is foliage and form.
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Growth RateSlow; typically a few inches of candle growth per year.
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Light RequirementsFull sun (6+ hours); tolerates light afternoon shade in hotter climates.
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Attracts PollinatorsLow—wind‑pollinated; can provide shelter and nesting habitat for birds and beneficial wildlife.
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Indoor FriendlyNot suitable as a houseplant; requires outdoor sun, airflow, and winter chill.
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Container FriendlyYes—thrives for many years in large, well‑drained containers (5–15+ gal) with proper water.
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Deer ResistantNo—young foliage is palatable; protect in high‑pressure areas.
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Pet WarningGenerally non‑toxic, but ingestion of needles/cones may cause mild GI upset; avoid chewing.
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FragrantLight resinous aroma when warmed or bruised; not strongly fragrant in the landscape.
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Cut FlowerNot a cut flower; branches can be clipped for winter arrangements and greens.
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Grows Well WithGrows Well With Dwarf spruce (Picea), junipers (Juniperus), heaths and heathers (Erica/Calluna), dwarf Japanese maples, sedums, and low grasses that enjoy sun and sharp drainage.
Care Tips
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Planting InstructionsPlant with the root flare level with or slightly above finished grade. Loosen circling roots and backfill with native soil; avoid burying the trunk.
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Soil MoistureKeep evenly moist the first growing season, then water deeply but infrequently. Do not allow prolonged sogginess.
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Soil TypeWell‑drained sandy or loamy soils are ideal; slightly acidic to neutral pH (about 5.5–7.0).
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HumidityAverage outdoor humidity with good air circulation; avoid stagnant, enclosed sites.
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Pruning InstructionsMinimal pruning required. To maintain density and size, pinch back new candles by 30–50% in late spring. Remove dead or crossing wood in late winter.
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Winter CareHardy to Zone 3. Mulch 2–3 in. to buffer roots. Shield young plants from heavy snow loads and drying winds; avoid road‑salt exposure.
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Planting DepthSet the top of the root ball level with surrounding soil (or 1 inch high in heavy clay). Never bury the root flare.
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FertilizationLow feeder. In early spring, apply a light dose of slow‑release, balanced conifer fertilizer or a thin layer of compost. Avoid high‑nitrogen feeds after midsummer.
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Special CareMulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch off the trunk. Protect from deer browsing. Provide sharp drainage; avoid planting near road salt. In areas with white pine blister rust, avoid nearby Ribes currants/gooseberries.
