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RedCrocus Slowmound Swiss Mountain Pine Pinus mugo 'Slowmound'- Compact Evergreen for Rock Gardens, Borders & Ground Cover, Drought Tolerant, Pet Safe, Container Friendly 3 Gallon

RedCrocus Slowmound Swiss Mountain Pine Pinus mugo 'Slowmound'- Compact Evergreen for Rock Gardens, Borders & Ground Cover, Drought Tolerant, Pet Safe, Container Friendly 3 Gallon

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SKU:nse4289-redcrocus

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Slowmound' Swiss Mountain Pine Pinus mugo 'Slowmound'

Description

This compact evergreen shrub features dense, dark green foliage with a low, spreading habit. It thrives in full sun and is ideal for rock gardens, borders, and ground covers, offering year-round visual interest.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for alpine gardens, rockeries, containers, and as a low hedge or ground cover in xeriscaping projects. Its drought tolerance makes it suitable for low-water landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Slowmound' Swiss Mountain Pine Pinus mugo 'Slowmound'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Slowmound' Swiss Mountain Pine
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically reaches 2-3 ft tall with a spreading habit of 3-4 ft over time
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Needle-like, evergreen foliage
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Not typically flowering
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other xeriscape plants, succulents, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space 3-4 ft apart for spreading varieties.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Drought-tolerant, prefers dry to medium moisture
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerant of dry conditions
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or damaged branches as needed
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch around base in colder zones; no additional winter protection required
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Feed with balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Drought stress may cause browning; water during prolonged dry spells
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