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RedCrocus Smidtii Mugo Pine Live Plant (Pinus mugo 'Smidtii') – Dwarf Evergreen Conifer, Slow-Growing, Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Cold Hardy Zones 2–7 3 Gallon Nursery Pot

RedCrocus Smidtii Mugo Pine Live Plant (Pinus mugo 'Smidtii') – Dwarf Evergreen Conifer, Slow-Growing, Deer Resistant, Container Friendly, Cold Hardy Zones 2–7 3 Gallon Nursery Pot

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Pinus Smidtii

Description

A compact, bun-shaped dwarf mugo pine with short, dark green needles and a very slow, tidy growth habit. Pinus mugo ‘Smidtii’ forms a dense, low-maintenance mound that brings year-round structure to rock gardens, borders, and containers.

Suggested Uses

Rock and alpine gardens, troughs and containers, foundation plantings, mixed dwarf conifer beds, coastal and urban landscapes, accents for small spaces and patios.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Pinus mugo ‘Smidtii’
  • Common Name: Smidtii Mugo Pine (Dwarf Mugo Pine)
  • Size & Growth: Dwarf, dense mound; 1–3 in/year. Approx. 10-year size 1–2 ft H x 1.5–3 ft W; eventual 2–3 ft H x 3–4 ft W.
  • Hardiness Zones: 2–7
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen conifer; short, stiff, dark green needles (in pairs)
  • Bloom Time: Pollen/seed cones in late spring; not ornamental
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours); tolerates light shade but densest in sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: No; wind-pollinated
  • Indoor Friendly: No; outdoor landscape/conTAINER use only
  • Container Friendly: Yes—excellent long-term in well-drained containers
  • Deer Resistant: Generally deer resistant
  • Pet Warning: Not known to be toxic; ingestion may cause mild stomach upset
  • Fragrant: Subtly resinous fragrance when needles are crushed
  • Cut Flower: Not typically used for cutting
  • Grows Well With: Dwarf junipers, Picea glauca ‘Conica’, heaths/heathers (Erica/Calluna), sedums, thyme, Festuca glauca, Sempervivum

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in full sun. Dig a hole 2× the width of the root ball and equal depth. Set the root flare level with the soil surface, backfill with native soil, and water to settle. Mulch 2–3 in, keeping mulch off the trunk.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist the first season; once established, water deeply but infrequently—moderately drought tolerant
  • Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soils are ideal; avoid waterlogged or compacted clay
  • Humidity: Average garden humidity; ensure good air circulation in humid climates
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal. In late spring, pinch back new “candles” by 1/2 to control size and maintain density; avoid cutting into old wood. Remove any dead or winter-burned tips as needed.
  • Winter Care: Very hardy; water well before ground freeze and mulch the root zone. In exposed, windy sites, provide a windbreak the first winter to prevent desiccation.
  • Planting Depth: Keep crown/root flare at or slightly above surrounding soil; do not bury the stem
  • Fertilization: Light feeder; apply a balanced, slow-release conifer fertilizer in early spring only if growth is weak. Avoid excessive nitrogen.
  • Special Care: Excellent drainage is essential, especially in containers. Monitor for pine needle scale or sawfly; treat promptly if observed.
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